English Cover Teacher - 22nd April Start
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English Cover Teacher – Horsham
Location: Horsham, West Sussex
Start Date: 22nd April 2025
Duration: Until at least May half-term, with potential extension until the end of the academic year
Key Stages: Years 7-11 (predominantly KS3, potential Media Studies)
Are you an enthusiastic and passionate English educator looking for an opportunity to inspire young minds? Teaching Personnel is seeking an English Cover Teacher to join a high-achieving secondary school in Horsham. This role is ideal for a qualified teacher (FQT or ECT), as well as an experienced Cover Supervisor with relevant subject knowledge.
The Role:
As an English Cover Teacher, you will:
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Deliver engaging and well-structured English lessons to students in Years 7-11 (predominantly KS3).
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Potentially teach some Media Studies depending on experience and timetable requirements.
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Follow pre-prepared lesson plans and schemes of work, ensuring continuity of learning.
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Adapt teaching methods to support the needs of all learners, fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
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Assess and provide feedback on student progress in line with school policies.
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Work collaboratively with other staff to ensure high standards of learning and behaviour.
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Manage classroom behaviour effectively, following school policies and promoting a supportive and engaging learning atmosphere.
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Support students with their literacy skills and encourage a love for reading and creative writing.
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Participate in staff meetings and liaise with colleagues as required.
Who We’re Looking For:
✅ A Qualified Teacher (QTS), Early Career Teacher (ECT), or experienced Cover Supervisor with a strong passion for English.
✅ Ability to engage and motivate students of all abilities, fostering enthusiasm for English literature and language.
✅ Strong classroom management skills and the ability to create a positive learning environment.
✅ Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to teaching.
✅ Previous experience teaching English at KS3 and KS4 is desirable.
✅ A flexible, adaptable, and committed individual who thrives in a dynamic school environment.
About the School:
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A co-educational secondary school for students aged 11-16, based in Horsham, West Sussex.
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Approximately 1,500 students on roll, offering a supportive and ambitious learning environment.
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A modern, spacious campus with state-of-the-art facilities to support 21st-century learning.
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A strong focus on developing independent learners and well-rounded individuals.
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A committed and experienced English department that values collaborative planning and teacher support.
Why Join Us?
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Competitive rates of pay through Teaching Personnel.
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Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement.
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Gain valuable experience in a high-achieving school.
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Opportunity for career progression and a potential long-term role within the school.
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A welcoming and inclusive school environment that values both staff and students.
If you’re ready to make a real impact in a thriving secondary school, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today.
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.
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