Job description
Job Title: Secondary English Teacher
Location: Gateshead
Salary: £150 – £220 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-time | Part-time | Long-term
Are you a passionate and dedicated English Teacher looking to inspire the next generation of learners?
GSL Education are seeking a qualified Secondary English Teacher to work in schools across Gateshead. This is a fantastic opportunity to deliver high-quality English education and support students in achieving strong academic outcomes.
About the Role:
As a Secondary English Teacher, you will plan and deliver engaging lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (and potentially Key Stage 5), helping students develop their reading, writing, and analytical skills. You will play a key role in promoting a love of literature and language while supporting pupils to reach their full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver engaging English lessons in line with the curriculum
- Teach a range of texts, including literature and language components
- Assess, monitor, and track student progress, providing constructive feedback
- Support students of varying abilities, adapting teaching strategies where required
- Create a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment
- Work collaboratively with departmental staff and wider school teams
- Uphold safeguarding and school policies at all times
Requirements:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential
- Experience teaching English at secondary level
- Strong subject knowledge and curriculum understanding
- Confident classroom management and communication skills
- Flexible, reliable, and committed to student success
- Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one
Why Choose GSL Education?
- Competitive daily pay rates (£150–£220 per day)
- Flexible working opportunities
- Opportunities in supportive and well-resourced schools
- Ongoing support from experienced consultants
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing a new application.
As an ethical, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the Secondary English Teacher role, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.