Teacher of English

Teacher of English

Start Date: April 2026

Contract: Maternity Cover

Location: Chorley

Rate of Pay: From £165 per day (Dependant on experience)

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of English to join a high-performing English department. You will teach across KS3 and KS4, contribute to curriculum development, and inspire students through engaging, high-quality lessons.

About the school:

• A unique and nurturing Church of England secondary school where students thrive academically, personally, and spiritually.
• Strong Christian values – love, peace, forgiveness, courage, and equality – embedded in every aspect of school life.
• High expectations for excellence in teaching, learning, behaviour, and pastoral support.
• A caring Christian community where students are supported to grow in wisdom, character, and confidence.
• Ambitious, well‑sequenced curriculum designed to help students flourish in body, mind, and spirit.
• Staff committed to providing challenging, engaging teaching that inspires a love of learning.
• Strong sense of community with regular parent engagement, information evenings, and student support opportunities.

About the role:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and well-structured lessons across KS3–KS4.
• Teach English topics in line with the national curriculum and departmental schemes of work.
• Use a range of teaching strategies and practical activities to develop scientific understanding and curiosity.
• Create a positive, safe, and well‑managed classroom environment, including safe supervision during practical experiments.
• Assess, record, and report on pupil progress through formative and summative assessment.
• Provide targeted support and challenge to ensure all students, including SEND and high attainers, make strong progress.
• Maintain high expectations of behaviour, engagement, and presentation in line with school policy.
• Contribute to curriculum development, resources, and department planning.
• Attend and contribute to department meetings, CPD sessions, and whole‑school initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with parents, carers, and colleagues regarding student progress and wellbeing.
• Support students’ wider development by contributing to enrichment activities, clubs, or English-related events.
• Uphold the school’s safeguarding, health & safety, and professional conduct expectations at all times.

What we are looking for:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching KS3 and KS4 classes.
• Strong subject knowledge.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Good communication and time-management skills.
• Clear and good understanding of safeguarding.

Benefits of Teaching Personnel:

• Competitive weekly pay.
• Access to bespoke, accredited CPD to support ongoing professional growth.
• A dedicated Recruitment Consultant for consistent support when you need it.
• The chance to work within a welcoming, supportive school community.

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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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