Teacher of English - September 2026

Teacher of English - September 2026

Manchester, Tameside, Oldham and Bury
£150 - £230 per day, depending on experience and qualifications
Potential long-term cover roles | Full-time and part-time opportunities

Are you a qualified Teacher of English looking for your next opportunity in Greater Manchester?

Premier Education is working with secondary school trusts across Manchester, Tameside, Oldham and Bury to recruit English Teachers for potential long-term cover roles.

Opportunities may include sickness cover, maternity cover, vacant-post cover and ongoing assignments. We will take the time to understand your preferred locations, availability and career goals before matching you with suitable schools.

Applications are welcomed from both Early Career Teachers looking to develop their confidence and experienced English Teachers seeking a rewarding new position. These are not TEFL roles - please read the below criteria carefully.

Teacher of English - the role

Depending on the placement, your responsibilities may include:

Teaching English Language and Literature across KS3 - KS5

Planning and delivering engaging lessons

Following an established curriculum and schemes of work

Assessing pupils' work and monitoring progress

Preparing students for GCSE examinations

Creating a positive and purposeful classroom environment

Managing behaviour confidently and consistently

Working closely with departmental colleagues and school leaders

Contributing to the wider work of the English department

Teacher of English - requirements

UK Qualified Teacher Status

A relevant degree or strong subject knowledge

Recent experience teaching English in a UK secondary school, including teaching placements

Knowledge of the Key Stage 3 and GCSE English curriculum

Strong classroom and behaviour management skills

A reliable, adaptable and professional approach

The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues

The legal right to work in the UK - we are unable to offer visa sponsorship

An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or a willingness to obtain one

If you are an English Teacher seeking a long-term cover role in Greater Manchester, Michaela would love to hear from you.

How to apply

Click 'Apply' and send your CV to Michaela at Premier Education today. Applications will be shortlisted on a rolling basis.

Please upload a full CV, including details of your qualifications.

The successful candidate will be responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance. An enhanced DBS check will be required as part of our commitment to providing a safe and supportive environment for all.

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