English Literature Teacher

Job Opportunity:
Full-Time English Teacher

Location:

Newcastle Upon Tyne

Start Date:

April 2026

Contract:

Full-Time, Ongoing
Salary:

Paid to scale

Teaching Personnel are delighted to be partnering with a thriving secondary school in Gosforth, Newcastle to appoint a passionate and driven English Teacher to join their team in April 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented educator who can spark curiosity, instil confidence, and help students thrive in both English Language and Literature across Key Stages 3 and 4. The school offers a warm, supportive environment where creativity is encouraged, high standards are championed, and student success is at the heart of everything they do.

• Deliver engaging, high-quality English lessons to KS3 and KS4 learners.
• Plan, prepare, and assess work in line with the national curriculum.
• Support pupils in achieving their target grades, including focused exam preparation.
• Contribute positively to the wider school community, including extracurricular opportunities.

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification.
• Has experience teaching English at secondary level.
• Demonstrates strong classroom management, communication, and organisational skills.
• Is committed to supporting young people, boosting attainment, and fostering a love of learning.

• Weekly pay at competitive rates.
• Access to a wide range of CPD and professional development opportunities.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant.
• A chance to make a real difference within a vibrant and rewarding school environment.

If you are an enthusiastic English specialist ready to take on a fulfilling full-time role after February half term, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your teaching career!

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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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