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English Teacher

  • Posted: 05-11-2026
  • Category: Secondary Teachers
  • Location: Chadderton
  • Type: Full-time / Contract
  • Salary: £170 - £235 per hour
English Teacher
Oldham
£170–£235 per day | ASAP start | Long-term
Smile Education are recruiting for a qualified English Teacher to work within a secondary school in Oldham.
The school are looking for a confident English specialist who can deliver engaging lessons across KS3 and KS4.
The Role
As an English Teacher, you will plan and deliver English Language and Literature lessons across KS3 and KS4.
You will support pupils in developing reading, writing, analysis and communication skills, prepare students for GCSE examinations and maintain strong classroom routines and behaviour.
Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver English Language and Literature across KS3 and KS4.
  • Plan engaging lessons in line with the curriculum.
  • Prepare pupils for GCSE English.
  • Develop pupils’ reading, writing and analytical skills.
  • Adapt teaching to meet the needs of pupils of varying abilities, including SEND.
  • Maintain strong classroom and behaviour management.
  • Assess pupil progress and provide feedback where required.
  • Support pupils with exam preparation and written work.
  • Contribute positively to the wider English department.
  • Follow safeguarding procedures and school expectations.
Requirements
  • QTS is essential.
  • Applicants without QTS will not be considered.
  • Experience teaching English within a UK secondary school is required.
  • Strong subject knowledge across KS3 and KS4 is essential.
  • Experience teaching GCSE English Language and Literature is highly desirable.
  • ECTs and experienced teachers are encouraged to apply.
  • Strong classroom and behaviour management skills are essential.
  • You must hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to obtain one.
  • You must have the full right to work in the UK.
Pay and Benefits
  • £170–£235 per day, dependent on experience and responsibilities.
  • Long-term role within a secondary school in Oldham.
  • ASAP start available.
  • Opportunity to teach English across KS3 and KS4.
  • Dedicated consultant support throughout the placement.
Safeguarding and Compliance
Smile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will complete full compliance checks, including an Enhanced DBS, Barred List checks, right to work verification, qualification checks and references.
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If you are a QTS English Teacher with UK secondary school experience, we would like to hear from you.
Apply today with Smile Education or send your CV to jakson@smile-education.co.uk.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.

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