Job Advertisement: Teacher of English - Join Teaching Personnel and Inspire Secondary School Students Across Northamptonshire!
Are you an inspiring and dedicated English Teacher looking to spark a love for literature, language, and critical thinking in young minds? Teaching Personnel, the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, is thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for an English Teacher to work in various secondary schools across Northamptonshire. This role is perfect for a teacher who is passionate about English and ready to make a real difference in students' lives by bringing creativity, expertise, and enthusiasm to the classroom.
Position: Teacher of English
Location: Northamptonshire (various secondary schools)
Contract Type: Full-time or Part-time (Flexible)
Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications (£100-£220 per day)
About the Role:
As an English Teacher with Teaching Personnel, you’ll have the unique opportunity to work across a range of schools in Northamptonshire, teaching English at Key Stages 3 and 4, with potential for Key Stage 5 depending on experience. Whether you’re an experienced teacher or newly qualified, you’ll play a key role in fostering literacy, encouraging analytical thinking, and building students’ confidence in reading, writing, and communication. This role offers flexible working arrangements, allowing you to choose short-term cover, long-term placements, or even potential permanent roles.
Key Responsibilities:
- Engage and Inspire: Teach engaging and inspiring English lessons that spark curiosity and a love for literature, poetry, drama, and language.
- Differentiated Instruction: Adapt lesson plans and teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of all learners, supporting those who require additional help and challenging high-achievers.
- Promote Critical Thinking: Encourage students to think critically, discuss ideas, and express their thoughts confidently in both written and verbal form.
- Classroom Management: Create and maintain a positive, respectful, and productive classroom environment that is conducive to learning and personal growth.
- Assess and Feedback: Regularly assess student progress, provide constructive feedback, and develop strategies to support each student’s academic journey.
- Collaboration: Work closely with other English teachers and school staff to share resources, ideas, and best practices to continually improve teaching quality.
What We Offer:
- Flexible Work Schedule: Choose from a variety of placements that suit your lifestyle – from short-term to long-term assignments and even permanent opportunities.
- Competitive Pay Rates: Earn a competitive daily rate that reflects your skills, experience, and commitment.
- Ongoing Professional Development: Access to training and CPD opportunities that allow you to grow your expertise in English teaching and stay updated with the latest pedagogical methods.
- Supportive Consultant: Enjoy dedicated support from a Teaching Personnel consultant who will work closely with you to find placements, offer guidance, and answer any questions.
- Career Progression: Opportunities for advancement, with the option to secure a permanent role if desired.
Requirements:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant teaching qualification with a specialization in English
- Experience Teaching English at the secondary level (KS3 and KS4 required, KS5 desirable but not essential)
- Strong Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents
- Adaptability and Flexibility: Eagerness to work in various school environments and adapt teaching styles as needed
- Passion for English: A genuine enthusiasm for language, literature, and helping students discover the power of expression
If you’re passionate about English and are ready to inspire students across Northamptonshire, we’d love to hear from you! Click the link to apply, or contact our Northamptonshire branch for more details about this exceptional opportunity.
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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