Teacher of English

Location: South Manchester

Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time (ECT's welcome to apply)
Start Date: September 2026

Hays Education are proud to be working in partnership with an outstanding secondary school in South Manchester to recruit a passionate and dedicated Teacher of English. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing, supportive department within a school renowned for its strong leadership, excellent behaviour, and commitment to both student achievement and staff development.

Hays has been working with schools across Greater Manchester for over 25 years, providing trusted recruitment support and connecting talented educators with rewarding opportunities.

Your new role
As a Teacher of English, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging and inspiring English lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (KS5 desirable but not essential)
• Foster a love of literature and language in students of all abilities
• Contribute to a collaborative and ambitious English department
• Support the academic progress and personal development of all pupils
• Uphold high standards of teaching, learning, and classroom management
• The opportunity to offer another subject area should you wish

The School

• Rated Outstanding with a strong reputation in the local community
• Excellent facilities and access to high-quality teaching resources
• Supportive and forward-thinking leadership team
• Strong focus on staff wellbeing and professional development
• A positive, inclusive, and high-achieving learning environment

You

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• A passion for teaching English and inspiring young people
• Strong subject knowledge and classroom practice
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are warmly encouraged to apply, with a comprehensive induction and mentoring programme on offer.

What you'll get in return

• A dedicated education consultant with local market expertise
• Access to a wide network of schools across Greater Manchester
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Guidance and support throughout your application and placement

What you need to do now
If you are an enthusiastic Teacher of English looking to develop your career in an outstanding school, we would love to hear from you.
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