English Teacher - Secondary Schools Location: Northampton and surrounding areas Pay: Competitive rates, dependent on experience and qualifications Contract: Long-term temporary positions, with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate Working Pattern: Full-time, Monday to Friday Duration: Minimum of half a term, with opportunities for longer placements Start Date: Immediate / Flexible Are you passionate about English and looking for your next opportunity in education? Aspire People are currently recruiting enthusiastic, knowledgeable and confident English Teachers to work across a number of secondary schools in Northampton and the surrounding areas. We are looking for individuals who have a genuine passion for English, enjoy working with secondary-aged students and can bring confidence, enthusiasm and strong subject knowledge into the classroom. We welcome applications from a range of backgrounds, including: * Qualified English Teachers holding QTS or a PGCE. * Early Career Teachers (ECTs) looking to develop their teaching careers. * Candidates with overseas English teaching qualifications and relevant experience. * English graduates looking to take their first steps into education. * Experienced Cover Supervisors with a strong specialism and subject knowledge in English. * Experienced English specialists with a good understanding of the UK secondary curriculum. These are long-term opportunities, initially on a temporary basis, with the possibility of becoming permanent for the right candidate, depending on the school and vacancy. Planning and marking responsibilities may be required depending on the individual school and the nature of the vacancy. The Role & Responsibilities As an English Teacher, your responsibilities may include: * Planning and delivering engaging English lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4. * Ideally teaching up to Key Stage 5, depending on your experience and subject knowledge. * Delivering lessons that develop students' reading, writing, speaking and analytical skills. * Teaching English Language and English Literature, including key texts, poetry and creative writing. * Developing students' confidence in written communication, comprehension and critical thinking. * Preparing lesson resources and learning materials. * Completing planning and marking where required by the school. * Assessing and monitoring student progress. * Providing constructive feedback to support academic development. * Differentiating lessons to meet individual learning needs. * Preparing students for GCSE examinations and supporting them in achieving their full potential. * Maintaining excellent classroom management and high expectations of behaviour. * Creating a positive, structured and engaging learning environment. * Building strong relationships with students and colleagues. * Working collaboratively with the wider English department. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who: * Has a strong academic background in English. * Ideally holds QTS or a PGCE, although we welcome applications from overseas-qualified English specialists. * Is an enthusiastic ECT looking to gain further classroom experience. * Is an English graduate considering a career in secondary education. * Has previous experience working within a secondary school, ideally as an English Teacher or Cover Supervisor. * Has a strong understanding of the UK secondary English curriculum. * Can confidently teach up to GCSE level (Key Stage 4), with Key Stage 5 experience being highly desirable. * Has excellent classroom and behaviour management skills. * Can demonstrate a strong classroom presence and the confidence to lead a class. * Genuinely enjoys working with secondary-aged students. * Is passionate about inspiring young people to develop their literacy, communication and analytical skills. * Is reliable, adaptable, hardworking and committed to making a difference. We are particularly interested in candidates who have excellent English subject knowledge, even if they are looking to transition into teaching from another educational role. Working Pattern & Availability * Full-time opportunities, Monday to Friday. * Five days per week. * Must be available to work standard secondary school hours. * School hours are typically between 8:30am and 3:30pm. * Minimum commitment of half a term. * Longer-term opportunities available. * Potential for permanent employment for the right candidate. Please note that these are full-time positions, and we are unable to accommodate candidates looking for only a few hours or half-day availability. What Aspire People Can Offer When working with Aspire People, you will benefit from: * Competitive rates of pay, depending on experience and qualifications. * Weekly pay. * Long-term teaching opportunities across Northampton secondary schools. * Potential permanent opportunities for the right candidates. * A dedicated education consultant who puts educators first. * Fast communication and a straightforward recruitment process. * A consultant who takes the time to understand your experience, preferences and career aspirations. * Ongoing support throughout your placement. * Access to a variety of schools and teaching opportunities. * Help finding the right school and role to suit your individual circumstances. Interested? Apply Today! If you are a qualified English Teacher, an enthusiastic ECT, an English graduate or an experienced Cover Supervisor with a strong English specialism, we would love to hear from you. We are looking for individuals who can bring excellent subject knowledge, confidence and enthusiasm into the classroom and who genuinely want to inspire the next generation of readers, writers and communicators. If you are available five days a week and looking for a rewarding long-term opportunity in Northampton, get in touch with Aspire People today! Love English? Inspire creativity. Build confidence. Shape futures with Aspire People. Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks
Teacher of English in Northampton employer: Aspire People
Aspire People is an exceptional employer for FE & College Lecturers in South Wales, offering competitive pay rates of £28 - £45 per hour along with a £100 sign-up bonus after 20 days of work. With a strong commitment to employee growth through free CPD and safeguarding training, as well as dedicated consultant support, Aspire People fosters a flexible and inclusive work culture that empowers educators to inspire the next generation while enjoying meaningful and rewarding employment.
