Job description
Job Title: English Teacher
Location: Sheffield (S5)
Salary: Up to £220 per day
Contract Type: Full time, Feb - Easter
Start Date: Immediately
Are you a passionate and dedicated English Teacher ready to inspire young minds? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled professional to join a supportive secondary school in Sheffield (S5), where high-quality teaching and student achievement are at the heart of everything they do.
About the School:
The school is a vibrant and forward-thinking learning community committed to academic excellence and personal development. It serves students from diverse backgrounds and places a strong emphasis on high expectations, structured learning, and inclusive practice. With a clear focus on raising attainment and promoting a love for reading and literacy, the school fosters a positive culture built on respect, resilience, and ambition. Staff benefit from a collaborative environment where professional growth and innovation in teaching are encouraged.
About the Role:
As an English Teacher, you will deliver engaging and differentiated lessons across Key Stages, supporting students in developing strong literacy, analytical, and communication skills. You will play a vital role in raising attainment, preparing students for examinations, and nurturing confidence in both written and spoken English.
Responsibilities:
• Plan and deliver high-quality English lessons in line with the national curriculum.
• Differentiate teaching strategies to meet the needs of all learners, including those requiring additional support.
• Assess, monitor, and record student progress, providing constructive feedback to support improvement.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes engagement and high expectations.
• Prepare students effectively for GCSE examinations and internal assessments.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop curriculum resources and share best practice.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers regarding student progress and attainment.
Qualifications:
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching English within a secondary school setting.
• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for literature and language.
• Excellent classroom management and organisational skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire students of varying abilities.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic English Teacher to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and ambitious school community. To apply for the position of English Teacher, please submit your CV today.
To work with GSL Education as an English Teacher, you should:
• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
• Have a DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one with GSL Education.
For more information or to apply, please contact Leanne Clark at GSL Education (Leanne.Clark@gsleducation.com) as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as an English Teacher, please apply via the application link.