Job description
Full-Time English Teacher – Portsmouth, Hampshire
Do you have a passion for the English language and the drive to inspire young minds through powerful and engaging teaching?
GSL Education are proud to be recruiting on behalf of a respected secondary school in Portsmouth for a full-time English Teacher role starting in September 2025. Offering a competitive annual salary of £30,000 to £50,000 (depending on experience), this is a fantastic opportunity for both seasoned educators and Early Careers Teachers. The school warmly welcomes visits prior to interview, allowing candidates to experience the school’s ethos and meet the team. Interviews will be conducted over the coming weeks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver engaging and inspiring English lessons to secondary school students.
- Plan, prepare, and assess students’ work in line with national curriculum expectations.
- Monitor pupil progress and adapt teaching strategies accordingly.
- Create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.
- Participate in department meetings, school events, and ongoing professional development.
- Uphold the school’s values and contribute positively to the wider school community.
Requirements:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
- Specialism or strong subject knowledge in English Language.
- Previous experience teaching English at KS3 and KS4 level.
- Ability to inspire and motivate students of varying abilities.
- Suitable for both newly qualified and experienced teachers.
- Excellent communication, classroom management, and organisation skills.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- Have an enhanced DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.
- Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years, barring any unexplained gaps).
Why GSL Education?
- Competitive salary: £30,000–£50,000 per year (depending on experience).
- Opportunity to work in a supportive and inclusive school environment.
- School tours prior to interview – see the school in action.
If you are a passionate and skilled English Teacher looking for a rewarding, full-time opportunity in Portsmouth, apply today! Join GSL Education and be part of a dedicated team that transforms lives.
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’ role, or to be considered, 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.
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