English Teacher – KS3 & KS4
Location: Southampton, Hampshire
Start date: September 2026
A Secondary School located in Southampton is seeking a passionate English Teacher to join their team! This will initially be on a long-term temporary basis, with opportunities to roll over to a permanent position!
This opportunity is well suited to Early Career Teachers wishing to gain further experience or experienced teachers seeking a new dynamic role.
The Role
An English specialist who:
- Delivers engaging, challenging and inspiring English lessons across KS3 and KS4
- Has strong subject knowledge and a genuine passion for English Language and Literature
- Creates a positive, inclusive and well‑managed classroom environment
- Is committed to raising achievement and supporting every learner
- Contributes to curriculum development, enrichment, and wider school life
- Works collaboratively with colleagues as part of a supportive and ambitious English department
The Ideal Candidate
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential
- Enghanced Child Onnly DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one
- Confident and adaptable in the classroom
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with students
- Genuine enthusiasm for educating young people
- Strong behaviour / classroom management skills
- Ability to support and adapt to those with SEN within the classroom
Working Hours / Benefits
- Full-time
- Competitive daily pay rate
- Holiday Pay included
- Term-Time Only
- Opportunity for a permanent position
- Opportunities for professional development and ongoing guidance from Teaching Personnel’s experienced consultants
If you are an adaptable and motivated educator seeking a rewarding teaching opportunity within a local secondary school, please apply now with your CV.
About Us
Teaching Personnel is a specialist education recruitment agency, working with a variety of schools across the UK – pairing talented educators with the perfect role for them! We pride ourselves on providing the best experience possible for all educators, schools, and students we work with.
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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