English Teacher (QTS)

Posted 9 hours 43 minutes ago by Prospero Teaching

£32,916 - £51,047 Annual
Temporary
Full Time
Teaching Jobs
Hampshire, Southampton, United Kingdom, SO140
Job Description

English Teacher (QTS) - Southampton

Prospero Teaching is looking for an experienced and committed Qualified English Teacher to join a secondary school in Southampton to cover a period of staff absence. The role begins Monday 13th April and is expected to run for approximately ten weeks, covering the summer term.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated English specialist who can step confidently into a full-time timetable, deliver strong lessons, and support pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4. You will take on full teacher responsibilities including planning, marking, assessment and departmental participation.

The Role:
  • Teach English Language and Literature across KS3 & KS4
  • Deliver engaging, well-structured lessons aligned with departmental schemes of work
  • Complete full planning, marking, assessments and feedback
  • Support pupils of varying abilities to make progress
  • Maintain strong behaviour expectations and a positive classroom climate
  • Work closely with the English department during the cover period
Ideal Candidate:
  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - essential
  • Strong subject knowledge in English Language & Literature
  • Experience teaching KS3 & KS4
  • Confident with planning and marking
  • A reliable and adaptable classroom practitioner
  • Someone ready to start 13th April and commit to the full 10-week period
Contract Details:
  • Position: English Teacher (QTS) - Long-Term Cover
  • Location: Southampton
  • Start Date:Monday 13th April
  • Contract Length: Approx. 10 weeks
  • Hours: Full-time (Monday-Friday)
  • Salary:£32,916 - £51,047 per annum (paid to scale)
  • Key Stages: KS3-KS4
Experience, Training & Safeguarding:
  • QTS/QTLS required
  • English teaching experience in secondary schools
  • Up-to-date safeguarding training (can be provided)
Eligibility:
  • Right to work in the UK
  • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
  • Two recent teaching references
What Prospero Teaching Offers:
  • Free accredited CPD including safeguarding & behaviour management
  • A dedicated consultant for ongoing support throughout placement
  • Smooth interview and onboarding process
  • Opportunities to access future long-term and permanent roles

If you're an English Teacher available from 13th April and looking for a full-time role for the remainder of the term, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your up-to-date CV.