English Teacher

Flourish Education is seeking a dedicated English Teacher to join a thriving secondary school in Redditch from October 2026 through to February 2027. This long-term opportunity is ideal for a teacher who is passionate about delivering engaging English lessons and making a positive difference to students' learning.

The school offers a supportive and inclusive environment where both students and staff are encouraged to succeed. With a committed leadership team and a collaborative English department, you will be joining a school that values high standards of teaching, continuous professional development, and a positive school culture.

As the successful English Teacher, you will teach English Language and English Literature across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, planning and delivering creative lessons that challenge and inspire learners. You will support students in developing their literacy skills, critical thinking, and confidence while helping them achieve their academic goals.

Job Role:

• Deliver engaging English lessons across Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4)
• Plan and prepare lessons in line with the National Curriculum
• Assess, monitor and report on student progress
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and implement school policies consistently
• Differentiate learning to meet the needs of all pupils
• Contribute to departmental planning and wider school initiatives
• Build positive relationships with students, colleagues and parents

Required Skills and Experience:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in English (ECTs welcome to apply)
• Experience teaching English in a UK Secondary School
• Strong subject knowledge of English Language and English Literature across KS3 and KS4
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
• Experience planning and delivering lessons independently
• A positive reference from your most recent employer

What We Offer:

• Long-term English Teacher role from September2026 until February 2027
• Full-time position
• Pay from £174.71 to £240.70, which equates to £34,068 to £46,937 based on working 5 days a week for a full school year, dependent on experience (M1-M6)
• Holiday pay and pension contributions
• Free KCSIE-compliant Safeguarding and Prevent Duty Training
• Ongoing CPD opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

Location:

This secondary school is based in Redditch and is easily accessible by car and public transport from the surrounding areas, including Bromsgrove, Alvechurch, Studley, Droitwich Spa, Worcester and South Birmingham. The school also offers onsite parking for staff.

Legal

Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.