Teacher of English

Teacher of English – Basingstoke

January 2027 Start | Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity

Inspire Students Through Language and Literature

Are you a passionate English Teacher who can bring literature to life, develop confident communicators and help young people discover the power of their own voice?

Teaching Personnel is recruiting an enthusiastic and committed Teacher of English to join a secondary school in Basingstoke from January 2027.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive English department and make a lasting contribution to students’ progress. Applications are welcomed from experienced teachers and ECTs who are confident teaching across Key Stages 3 and 4.

The Role

As a Teacher of English, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging English lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Teach GCSE English Language and English Literature
• Develop students’ reading, writing, speaking and analytical skills
• Introduce learners to fiction, non-fiction, poetry and drama
• Use assessment effectively to monitor progress
• Provide clear and constructive feedback
• Prepare students for internal assessments and GCSE examinations
• Adapt teaching for SEND and mixed-ability learners
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement
• Contribute to departmental planning, literacy and enrichment

You will take full responsibility for planning, marking and assessment while working collaboratively with departmental and pastoral colleagues.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will:

• Hold QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Have strong knowledge of the secondary English curriculum
• Be confident teaching English Language and Literature
• Demonstrate effective classroom and behaviour management
• Make challenging texts accessible and engaging
• Inspire students with different abilities and starting points
• Create a calm, inclusive and purposeful classroom
• Work positively as part of a collaborative department
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting student welfare

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• A full-time position from January 2027
• A supportive and collaborative English department
• The opportunity to build meaningful relationships with students
• A consistent teaching timetable
• Professional development and career progression
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant
• Access to further long-term and permanent opportunities

Apply Today

If you are a dedicated English Teacher looking for a rewarding new opportunity in Basingstoke from January 2027, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Apply today with your latest CV to discuss the position and arrange an interview.

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.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.