English Teacher

Job Title: English Teacher
Location: Hackney
Salary: £185 - £265 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: 22nd April, 2025
Contract Type: Long Term until December 2025

Are you a passionate and experienced English Teacher looking for a new role in April 2025?

GSL Education London Branch are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated English Teacher to join a thriving coeducational secondary school and sixth form in Hackney. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced English Teacher or a newly qualified teacher looking to inspire students and make a real impact in a supportive environment. If you have a passion for literature, language, and helping students achieve their potential, we want to hear from you!.

About the Role

As an English Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in shaping students' linguistic abilities and critical thinking skills. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality lessons across KS3 to KS5, fostering a stimulating learning environment and ensuring students develop strong analytical and writing skills. Your expertise will be instrumental in instilling confidence, improving literacy and encouraging a passion for reading and writing.

Responsibilities of the English Teacher:

• Plan and deliver engaging English lessons in line with the national curriculum, ensuring they are both challenging and accessible to students of all abilities.
• Foster a creative and supportive classroom environment that encourages active participation, discussion and independent thinking.
• Assess and monitor student progress through formative and summative assessments, providing constructive feedback to enhance learning.
• Implement differentiated teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of students, ensuring all learners can achieve their full potential.
• Inspire students to develop a love for literature, poetry and writing, cultivating analytical and interpretative skills.
• Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level examinations, equipping them with the skills and knowledge to excel in assessments.
• Collaborate with colleagues and parents to support student development and contribute to the wider English department.
• Maintain high standards of classroom management, ensuring a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Requirements of the English Teacher:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• A degree in English Language, English Literature, or a related subject.
• Proven experience teaching English at the secondary level, preferably up to A-level.
• Strong knowledge of the National Curriculum for English and current assessment frameworks.
• A passion for English literature, language and creative writing, with the ability to engage and motivate students.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proactive approach to lesson planning and delivery.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students, adhering to school policies and procedures.
• Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years, barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily pay rates between £185 - £265, reflecting experience and expertise.
• Access to a vast network of reputable schools and long-term career progression opportunities.
• Dedicated support and guidance from experienced education consultants.
• A rewarding role where you can truly make a difference in students' academic and personal growth.

If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate English Teacher ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Hackney!

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the English Teacher in a secondary schoolrole, or to be considered, please click apply now to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.