Job description
Job Title: Teacher of English
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Contract Type: Temporary, Full Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: As Soon As Possible
Salary Scale: £174.70 to £270.94 Per Day (MPS/UPS)
Are you a passionate and dedicated English Teacher who can inspire students to develop their reading, writing and communication skills? GSL Education Hull Branch are hiring a Teacher of English to join a school in York, where you will help pupils build confidence, achieve their academic potential and develop a lasting interest in English.
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher who can deliver engaging lessons, adapt teaching approaches to different abilities and create a positive classroom environment that encourages students to succeed.
Main Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging English lessons across the secondary curriculum, covering reading, writing, literature and language skills.
- Develop creative teaching resources and activities to support students’ understanding and progress.
- Differentiate lessons to meet the needs of pupils with varying abilities and learning requirements.
- Assess students’ work, monitor progress and provide constructive feedback to support improvement.
- Establish positive classroom routines and maintain high standards of behaviour and engagement.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to contribute to curriculum planning and raise achievement across the department.
Minimum Requirements
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
- Strong subject knowledge in English Language and Literature.
- Experience teaching English within a secondary school setting is desirable.
- Ability to plan, deliver and assess lessons effectively for students with different learning needs.
- Excellent classroom management, communication and organisational skills.
- An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.
Why Work with GSL Education?
- Competitive daily rates, with pay to scale where applicable.
- Opportunities for long-term and permanent teaching positions.
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
- Access to training and professional development opportunities.
- Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of educational settings.
- A supportive and straightforward registration process.
If you are an enthusiastic Teacher of English looking for your next opportunity in York, we would love to hear from you.
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.
For more information or to register your interest in ‘Teacher of English’ role, 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.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout York.