Teacher of English

Teacher of English – Basingstoke – January 2026 Start

Full-Time | Secondary | English Specialist Role

Are you a passionate English specialist looking for a rewarding teaching role starting January 2026? Teaching Personnel are working with a supportive secondary school in Basingstoke seeking a dedicated Teacher of English to join their English department on a full-time, long-term basis.

This role is ideal for a confident English teacher with strong subject knowledge, capable of delivering engaging lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. The school values high-quality teaching and learning and is looking for a specialist who can inspire students and help them reach their full potential in English.

Role Overview

• Deliver high-quality, engaging English lessons across KS3 and KS4

• Plan, prepare, and assess student work in line with curriculum expectations

• Support students of all abilities to develop their literacy, comprehension, and writing skills

• Contribute to departmental planning and resource development

• Maintain excellent behaviour management and classroom standards

What We’re Looking For

• A specialist in English with strong subject knowledge

• Experience teaching KS3 and KS4 (experienced teachers and ECTs welcome)

• Strong classroom management and communication skills

• Passion for student progress and engagement

• Collaborative, proactive, and committed to departmental goals

Why Work With Teaching Personnel?

Teaching Personnel provides:

• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement

• Access to CPD and professional development opportunities

• Streamlined onboarding and registration process

• Opportunities for long-term and permanent teaching roles

• Over 25 years’ experience connecting teachers with schools across the UK

Apply Today

If you are a motivated English specialist ready to start a full-time teaching position in January 2026, we would love to hear from you.

Contact the Secondary Team at Teaching Personnel to register your interest and discuss the next steps.

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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