Teacher of English

English Teacher

Location: Skelmersdale

Rate of Pay: From £170 per day

Contract: Full‑Time

Start Date: September 2026

Agency: Teaching Personnel

The Role

Teaching Personnel are working closely with a secondary school in Skelmersdale to recruit a motivated and confident English Teacher to join the department from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity to teach English in a supportive school environment, helping students develop strong reading, writing and communication skills while fostering a love for language and literature.

About the School

-          Strong emphasis on student wellbeing alongside academic achievement

-          Values‑driven ethos that promotes respect, responsibility and personal development

-          Clear behaviour expectations that support focused, disruption‑free classrooms

-          Inclusive and supportive environment, with a strong sense of community

-          Teaching and learning rooted in high expectations and positive relationships

-          Staff are encouraged to take a reflective and collaborative approach to their practice

-          Commitment to supporting both student and staff wellbeing

-          Offers a broad curriculum designed to develop confident, balanced and engaged learners

Key Responsibilities

-          Deliver engaging and well‑structured English lessons across KS3 and KS4

-          Plan differentiated lessons to meet the needs of students with varying abilities

-          Prepare students effectively for GCSE English Language and Literature

-          Assess progress regularly and provide clear, constructive feedback

-          Maintain a calm, positive and well‑managed classroom environment

-          Contribute to departmental planning and wider school life where appropriate

The Ideal Candidate

-          Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent qualification

-          Has an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or is willing to apply)

-          Strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for English

-          Confident classroom practitioner with effective behaviour management skills

-          Reflective, proactive and committed to continuous professional development

-          Able to build positive relationships with students and colleagues alike

Why choose Teaching Personnel?

-          Competitive weekly pay, paid via PAYE

-          Access to bespoke and accredited CPD to support career progression

-          A dedicated Recruitment Consultant offering ongoing advice and support

-          Opportunities to work in welcoming, supportive schools across Lancashire

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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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