English Teacher

Temporary Secondary English Teacher Key Stage 3 and 4

Location:

Plymouth

Contract Type:
Full:time, Temporary (Fixed:Term)

Salary:
Paid to Scale (MPS/UPS) for full:responsibilities roles GBP
130:

GBP
160 per day for no:planning options

Are you a highly motivated and qualified Secondary English Teacher seeking a rewarding, fixed:term opportunity? We are looking for an exceptional practitioner to join our successful and forward:thinking secondary school in Plymouth. This full:time, temporary post is ideal for a dedicated English professional ready to contribute fully to departmental success within Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4).

The core focus of this position is to deliver high:quality, engaging English Language and Literature lessons. We have flexibility depending on your preference: roles that include full planning and preparation are paid strictly to your scale, while positions with zero planning or prep responsibilities are paid at a flat daily rate. You will be responsible for ensuring exceptional progress and positive outcomes for all students aged 11:16 as they develop their literacy, analytical, and communication skills.

• Paid to Scale:
  Main Pay Scale (MPS) or Upper Pay Scale (UPS) commensurate with experience for roles requiring full planning and preparation.
• Daily Rate: GBP
  130:
  
  GBP
  160 per day for roles with no planning and prep required.
• Weekly Pay:
  All salaries and daily rates are paid weekly.
• Professional Growth: A robust Continuous Professional Development (CPD) program.
• Support:
  The chance to work within a highly collaborative and supportive departmental team.

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree in English (or a closely related field).
• Possesses recent, demonstrable experience teaching English at Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.
• Exhibits excellent classroom management and organisational skills.
• Is passionate about English Literature and Language and committed to raising student attainment.
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of the National Curriculum requirements for English.
• Is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils.

• Depending on the specific placement chosen, responsibilities will include delivering high:quality English lessons and assessing student progress.
• For full:scale roles, you will also take responsibility for the planning, preparation, and detailed marking of all pupils work, alongside contributing to schemes of work, undertaking a form tutor role, and actively participating in whole:school life.

If you are ready to secure a fixed:term role and make a significant contribution to our school, we encourage you today.