English Teacher

English Teacher (QTS) – Secondary School
Location: Manchester
Agency: Astro Education
Contract: Long-term, full-time
Key Stages: KS3 & KS4
Requirements: QTS qualified | ECTs welcome
Are you a passionate English Teacher looking for your next opportunity in Manchester?
Astro Education is working with a secondary school in the Manchester area to recruit a dedicated and enthusiastic English Teacher for a long-term, full-time position.
We are looking for a confident and knowledgeable teacher who can deliver engaging English lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, inspire a love of reading and writing, and support students in achieving their full academic potential.
This is a full teaching role, with responsibility for lesson planning, preparation, delivery, assessment and marking . The successful candidate will be confident taking ownership of their classes, maintaining high standards and creating a positive learning environment where students are encouraged to succeed.
Experienced teachers are encouraged to apply, and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are also welcome .
The Role
Plan, prepare and deliver engaging English lessons across KS3 and KS4.
Teach English Language and English Literature in line with curriculum requirements.
Prepare KS4 students for GCSE English examinations.
Take responsibility for lesson planning, assessment, marking and providing constructive feedback.
Monitor student progress and adapt teaching to support different abilities and learning needs.
Develop students' reading, writing, speaking and analytical skills.
Maintain strong classroom and behaviour management.
Create an inclusive and stimulating learning environment that encourages participation and independent thinking.
Work collaboratively with the English department and wider school team.
Contribute to raising attainment and improving students' confidence and engagement in English.
The Ideal Candidate
Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), or is an ECT working towards completing their induction.
Has experience teaching...