English Teacher

Job Opportunity: English Teacher (Secondary) Location: Northumberland and surrounding areas
Start Date: January 2027

Contract: Full-Time, Ongoing
Salary: Paid to Scale Teaching Personnel are currently looking to recruit enthusiastic and dedicated English Teachers to work in secondary schools across Northumberland from January 2027. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a range of welcoming and supportive schools, where you can make a real difference to students’ progress and confidence in English. Whether you are an experienced teacher looking for a new challenge or an ECT eager to build your experience, we would love to hear from you. You will be responsible for delivering engaging English Language and Literature lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping students develop their skills, achieve their potential, and build a lifelong appreciation for reading and writing. The Role

• Deliver creative and engaging English lessons that inspire and challenge students.
• Plan, prepare and assess work in line with the national curriculum.
• Support pupils in achieving excellent academic progress and examination success.
• Adapt teaching strategies to meet the needs of a variety of learners.
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment where all students can thrive.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification.
• Has experience teaching English within a secondary school environment.
• Demonstrates excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Is adaptable, proactive and confident working within different school settings.
• Has a genuine passion for education and supporting young people to succeed.

What Teaching Personnel Offer

• Competitive weekly pay, paid to scale where applicable.
• Access to high-quality CPD and professional development opportunities.
• A variety of roles to suit your experience, availability and career goals.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant throughout your placement.
• The opportunity to gain valuable experience across a range of secondary schools in Northumberland.

If you are an enthusiastic English Teacher looking for your next opportunity from January 2026, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and discover how Teaching Personnel can help you take the next exciting step in your teaching career.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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