Job description
Seeking an English Teacher in Southampton, Hampshire!
Job Title: English Teacher
Location: Southampton, Hampshire
Pay Rate: £30,000 - £46,535 per annum (Depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent (Part-time can also be arranged for the right candidate)
Do you have a passion for inspiring young minds and fostering a love for literature?
Join GSL Education as a dynamic and dedicated English Teacher in Southampton! This is an incredible opportunity to shape the future of our students, nurturing their curiosity and understanding of the world through the power of language. Be a part of a team that makes a real difference every day!
About the Role:
As an English Teacher, you'll be at the forefront of delivering high-quality English education, sparking a passion for reading and writing in your students. Collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals to create engaging and impactful lessons that cater to the diverse needs of every student. This is your chance to shine and transform lives in a school that values both academic excellence and the holistic development of its students.
Key Responsibilities of English Teacher:
- Plan and deliver engaging English lessons that cater to the diverse needs and abilities of students, ensuring all students are motivated and challenged.
- Teach English to students aged 11-16.
- Organise and supervise extracurricular English activities and events, fostering a sense of curiosity and enthusiasm for the subject.
- Monitor and assess student progress, provide constructive feedback, and adapt teaching strategies to meet individual needs.
- Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and external partners to enhance the English curriculum and support student development.
- Create a positive and inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued and encouraged to participate.
- Promote health and safety in all activities, ensuring students understand the importance of safe practices.
Requirements of English Teacher:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), Early Career Teacher (ECT), or equivalent overseas qualifications.
- Experienced Teaching Assistants (TA) and Cover Supervisors (CS) are also encouraged to apply.
- Experience in teaching English is essential.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with students, parents, and colleagues.
- The ability to inspire and motivate students to achieve their best in English.
- Commitment to promoting a love for literature and a curiosity about the world.
- Relevant qualifications or training in English education (desirable but not essential).
Why Join Us?
- Flexible working arrangements that allow you to make a difference in various educational settings.
- Supportive school environments where your expertise will be valued and appreciated.
Join us as an English Teacher and help inspire the next generation of students to explore the wonders of literature!
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 for staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the English Teacher role in Southampton, 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.