Unqualified English Teacher

About The Role

The Unqualified English Teacher will play a key role in raising literacy, reading, and academic achievement across the academy. They will support through targeted interventions, lead English and EAL (English as an Additional Language) provision, supervise lessons during staff absence, and work closely with the Reading Lead as part of the English department to develop their teaching expertise. This is an ideal role for someone considering teacher training and looking to gain hands‑on experience before undertaking QTS.

Final date to receive applications: 13th August 2026. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and the advert may close earlier than advertised. Early application is advised.

We believe in aiming high, working together, being kind and leading the way. Through weekly individual coaching, year‑group intellectual preparation time, and whole‑school professional development, we invest in your growth and development to ensure you can excel in creating the best possible climate for learning for our pupils to thrive in.

Our approach to professional development promises a successful candidate a positive and rewarding journey of growth. With shared weekly and long‑term planning, a large number of training days, and access to the resources and opportunities in the Ark network, we support teachers to thrive.

Find out more about the benefits of working for Ark on our careers page.

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All employees undertake enhanced DBS checks and disclosure of convictions is required before appointment.

We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation. For more detail on Ark’s diversity commitments, visit our website.