English Teacher

English Teacher 

Full-Time | Temporary to Permanent | Darwen | January 2027 Start
Location: Darwen, Lancashire
Position: Secondary English Teacher
Start Date: January 2027
Working Pattern: Full-Time
Contract: Temporary to Permanent Opportunity
Setting: Secondary School

About the Opportunity

Keystage Teacher Supply is working in partnership with a secondary school in Darwen to recruit a passionate, dedicated and enthusiastic English Teacher for a full-time teaching position commencing January 2027.
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and committed English specialist to join a secondary school on a temporary-to-permanent basis, offering the potential for a long-term career within the school.
The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging and high-quality English lessons, inspiring students to develop their reading, writing, communication and analytical skills.
The school is looking for a confident classroom practitioner who can motivate pupils, create a positive learning environment and demonstrate a genuine passion for English education.
Whether you are an experienced English Teacher or an ECT looking to develop your teaching career, we would love to hear from you.
The Role and ResponsibilitiesAs the successful English Teacher, your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering engaging, challenging and well-structured English lessons across the secondary age range.
• Teaching English Language and English Literature in line with the school’s curriculum.
• Preparing students for GCSE examinations and supporting academic progress.
• Developing pupils’ reading, writing, spelling, grammar and analytical skills.
• Creating a positive, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment.
• Differentiating lessons to meet the needs and abilities of all learners.
• Monitoring, assessing and recording pupil progress.
• Providing constructive feedback to support student development and achievement.
• Maintaining high standards of classroom and behaviour management.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents where appropriate.
• Working collaboratively with the wider English department and teaching staff.

The Ideal CandidateWe are looking for an enthusiastic and committed English Teacher who can demonstrate:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Strong subject knowledge in English Language and English Literature.
• Previous experience teaching English within a secondary school setting.
• Confidence delivering lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• The ability to plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A passion for raising attainment and inspiring young people.
• A flexible, professional and proactive approach to teaching.

What Is on Offer?

• Full-time teaching position starting January 2027.
• Temporary-to-permanent opportunity.
• Potential for a permanent contract following the initial placement.
• The opportunity to become part of an established secondary school.
• Ongoing support from the Keystage Recruitment team.
• A fantastic opportunity to develop your teaching career.

Contact Shannon.croston@keystagesupply.co.uk

Safeguarding & Compliance
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and candidates to share this commitment.
Our recruitment processes follow Safer Recruitment guidelines in line with current legislation, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and Working Together to Safeguard Children (2023). All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.
We are also committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and are happy to make reasonable adjustments where required.
Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply
We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
As part of our registration process, you’ll need an enhanced DBS check and we’ll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply
We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
As part of our registration process, you’ll need an enhanced DBS check and we’ll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply
We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
 
As part of our registration process, you’ll need an enhanced DBS check and we’ll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply
 
We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
 
As part of our registration process, you’ll need an enhanced DBS check and we’ll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply
 
We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
 
As part of our registration process, you’ll need an enhanced DBS check and we’ll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply
 
We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
 
As part of our registration process, you’ll need an enhanced DBS check and we’ll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.