English Teacher – Secondary School

Shaftesbury, Dorset
Start Date: September
Contract: Full-time
Salary: Paid to scale

Inspire the next generation through the power of language

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated English Teacher to join a welcoming and forward-thinking secondary school in the beautiful town of Shaftesbury, Dorset. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in students’ lives by fostering a love for English language and literature.

The Role

As an English Teacher, you will:

Plan and deliver engaging lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (KS5 desirable but not essential)
Inspire students to develop strong reading, writing, and analytical skills
Monitor progress and provide constructive feedback to support student achievement
Contribute to the wider life of the school, including extracurricular activities
Work collaboratively with a supportive and experienced department

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
Has a degree in English or a related subject
Demonstrates strong subject knowledge and a passion for teaching
Has excellent classroom management and communication skills
Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

What We Offer

A supportive and friendly school community
Opportunities for professional development and career progression
Well-resourced classrooms and a collaborative department
A beautiful rural location with strong community links

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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