Secondary English Teacher

Teaching Personnel Liverpool is currently recruiting multiple fully qualified Secondary English Teachers for a number of partner secondary schools across North Liverpool ahead of the September 2026 academic year.

Due to increasing demand from our schools, we are seeking passionate and committed English specialists who can deliver engaging lessons and raise attainment across Key Stages 3 and 4. Opportunities are available in a variety of school settings, including large academies, faith schools and community secondary schools.

This is an excellent opportunity for both experienced teachers and ambitious Early Career Teachers (ECTs) looking to secure a long-term or permanent role within a supportive and forward-thinking department.

About the Role

Successful candidates will be responsible for delivering high-quality English Language and Literature lessons that inspire students and promote a love of reading, writing and critical thinking.

Key responsibilities include

• Planning and delivering engaging English lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Teaching both English Language and English Literature.
• Creating a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment.
• Differentiating lessons to meet the needs of all learners.
• Assessing, monitoring and tracking pupil progress.
• Providing effective feedback to support achievement and attainment.
• Preparing students for GCSE examinations.
• Working collaboratively with department colleagues and senior leaders.
• Promoting high standards of behaviour, attendance and academic excellence.
• Contributing positively to whole-school life and extracurricular activities.

Candidate Requirements

To be considered, applicants must have

Essential

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• A recognised teaching qualification (PGCE, SCITT, Schools Direct or equivalent).
• Recent experience teaching English within a UK secondary school.
• Strong subject knowledge across English Language and Literature.
• Excellent classroom management and behaviour management skills.
• A passion for improving outcomes for young people.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

Desirable

• Experience teaching GCSE examination classes.
• A proven record of raising attainment.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND and EAL needs.
• Experience teaching Key Stage 5 English.
• Willingness to contribute to extracurricular activities such as creative writing clubs, reading interventions or school productions.

What Our Partner Schools Offer

Our North Liverpool schools can provide

• Supportive and experienced English departments.
• Outstanding mentoring and induction programmes for ECTs.
• Modern teaching facilities and resources.
• Strong behaviour policies and pastoral systems.
• Opportunities for career progression and leadership development.
• A collaborative working environment focused on student success.

Why Work Through Teaching Personnel?

As the UK's leading education recruitment agency, Teaching Personnel offers:

• Competitive weekly pay through PAYE.
• Long-term, temporary-to-permanent and permanent opportunities.
• Dedicated support from an experienced Liverpool Secondary Consultant.
• Access to hundreds of free and discounted CPD courses.
• Interview preparation and application support.
• Flexible opportunities to suit your career goals.
• Ongoing safeguarding and professional development training.

Apply Today

If you are a fully qualified Secondary English Teacher looking for a new opportunity in North Liverpool from September 2026, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Whether you are seeking your next permanent position or a long-term teaching placement with the potential to become permanent, Teaching Personnel can help you find the right role.

Apply now with an up-to-date CV or contact the Liverpool Secondary Team on 0151 271 0225 at Teaching Personnel for a confidential discussion about available vacancies.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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