English Teacher

Smile Education are currently recruiting a qualified English Teacher to work within a secondary school in North Manchester.

This is an excellent opportunity for a committed English specialist to join a large, inclusive and diverse school environment with high expectations for teaching, learning, behaviour and student achievement. The school has a strong local reputation and places emphasis on ambition, aspiration, cultural awareness and helping pupils believe in themselves, achieve their potential and succeed.

The role is suitable for experienced teachers and ECTs who can deliver engaging English lessons across KS3 and KS4. The successful candidate will work closely with the English department to support high standards of teaching, learning and pupil progress.

Role Overview

As an English Teacher, you will teach English across KS3 and English Language and Literature at KS4. You will plan and deliver well-structured lessons that develop students’ reading, writing, communication, analytical and critical thinking skills.

You will be expected to contribute to an ambitious English curriculum, support pupils of varying abilities and help ensure all students can access the subject successfully. The school values teachers who can build positive relationships, maintain strong behaviour expectations and contribute to the wider academic, social and personal development of pupils.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging English lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Teach English Language and Literature at KS4.
• Work closely with the English department to support schemes of work and curriculum delivery.
• Use effective teaching strategies to engage, challenge and support all learners.
• Differentiate lessons for pupils of varying abilities, including SEND and EAL.
• Monitor, assess and support pupil progress.
• Use assessment information to help raise achievement and participation.
• Maintain strong classroom and behaviour management in line with school policies.
• Contribute to departmental planning, development and enrichment where required.
• Support pastoral responsibilities where appropriate, including tutor or partner tutor duties.
• Promote literacy, communication and wider curriculum skills.
• Uphold safeguarding procedures, professional standards and the school’s ethos.

Requirements

• The successful candidate will hold QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Applicants should have a degree or academic background in English.
• Experience teaching English within a UK secondary school is desirable.
• Candidates should have strong knowledge of the KS3 and KS4 English curriculum, including GCSE English Language and Literature.
• Strong classroom management and the ability to create a focused learning environment are essential.
• The successful candidate should be committed to working in a diverse school community and supporting pupils from a wide range of cultural backgrounds.
• Applicants must be able to plan sequential lessons, use assessment effectively and support pupils in making progress.
• Strong communication, organisation and teamwork skills are required.
• Applicants must hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to obtain one.
• Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

Pay and Benefits

• £170–£235 per day, dependent on experience and pay scale.
• Long-term opportunity within a North Manchester secondary school.
• Opportunity to teach English across KS3 and KS4.
• Supportive and ambitious English department.
• Inclusive school environment with high expectations for pupils and staff.
• Opportunity to contribute to wider school life and enrichment.
• Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant.
• Ongoing guidance throughout the placement.

Safeguarding and Compliance

Smile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will complete full compliance checks, including an Enhanced DBS, Barred List and Prohibited List checks, right to work verification, qualification checks and reference checks.

All staff are expected to share this commitment and uphold the highest professional standards.

Apply Now

If you are a qualified English Teacher looking for a long-term role in North Manchester, we would like to hear from you.

Apply today with Smile Education or send your CV to jakson@smile-education.co.uk.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.