Teacher of English

Job Title:

English Teacher

Location:

Rugby
Salary: £32,916 - £51,048 MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)
Job Type: Full-time, Long-Term

Start Date:

September 2026

We are seeking an English Teacher to join a secondary school in Rugby in September. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and adaptable teacher ready to step into the classroom and make an immediate impact.

The school is seeking a confident practitioner to deliver English Language and Literature across Key Stages 3 and 4, ensuring continuity of learning and strong classroom engagement from day one.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver effective and engaging English lessons from the outset
Teach English Language and Literature across KS3 and KS4
Quickly build rapport with students and establish clear expectations
Mark work and provide timely, constructive feedback
Maintain a focused and well-managed classroom environment
Follow school policies on behaviour, safeguarding, and assessment
Work closely with department staff to ensure a smooth transition

Requirements

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
Degree in English or related subject
Recent experience teaching English in a secondary school
Strong classroom management and adaptability
Ability to hit the ground running with minimal supervision
Reliable, proactive, and committed to student progress
Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willing to obtain one)

What's on Offer

Competitive daily rate / salary
Support from an experienced department
Opportunity to secure a longer-term placement
Ongoing support from Clarence Recruitment

About Clarence Recruitment

We are highly experienced recruitment specialists operating in the Education Sector. We work with exceptionally talented candidates whom we place into outstanding opportunities. As an independent agency, we're agile and responsive, ensuring your career goals are met.

Apply Now

Apply today to be considered immediately. Interviews are being arranged quickly, and the school is looking to appoint without delay.
We are currently working with numerous vacancies so if this position is not quite for you please do send us your CV to discuss other opportunities more suitable to your requirements.

Safeguarding

Clarence Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will need an enhanced DBS check in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025