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Aspiring English Teacher Program
£24,066 – £36,718 | Permanent Press Gangs Contract | Secondary Schools Direct
EdEx is delighted to present an exciting opportunity with a Trust of Schools spanning London and Hertfordshire. We are seeking gifted English Teachers through both salaried and unqualified teaching routes.
This program operates under the "Earn, while you teach & learn" model—a Salaried Schools Direct (Induction Teachers) scheme offering immediate employment and professional development.
Key Program Features
- Paid position on the Unqualified Teacher (UQT) scale (typically UQ1)
- Direct employment by a school from Day One
- Initial teaching load: ~15 periods per week, increasing gradually to ~20
- Weekly training day dedicated to professional development
- Qualification pathway – earn QTS with an optional PGCE
- Consistent working environment, teaching at a single school and maintaining consistency in teaching styles, reducing workload associated with multiple establishments
Aspiring English Teacher Role (Stevenage, London or Hertfordshire)
This is a full-time, term-time-only opportunity starting September 2026, employing direct within a secondary school. Responsibilities include:
Principal Responsibilities
- Teach across KS3-4, specialising in English Language/Literature
- Set and monitor progress on achievement, particularly in intervention cases for GCSE & A-Level English
- Engage with the Aspiring English Teacher Program (Schools Direct) — commit to structured training and professional growth
- Elevate quality of teaching while increasing your confidence and expertise in classroom delivery
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Salary & Staff Value
Competitive compensation ranges at £24,066 - £36,718, including monthly bonuses (subject to terms and conditions).
Person Specification
Applicants must meets the following criteria:
- Degree in or related to:
- English, Literature, Language or linguistics
- Special requirements include: Education Studies, Journalism, Creative Writing, Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, TESOL, Education combined with any subject (This should be based on the approved curriculum list stage 3)
- Proven academic record with **A Level **and GCSEs strongly favouring those with 3 A Levels (or equivalent) plus English and Maths GCSEs (Grade as usual 7-9)
- Subject authority in GCSE/A-Level English, including ability to confidently structure lesson plans
- Ability to motivate and engage students across all key stages
- Teaching Passion & Commitment to developing your professional career in education
School Overview (Host School – Iépendent in Trust)
Ofsted Assessment – 2024
- Good rated institution, with clear progress toward an 'Outstanding' designation
- Strong leadership driving consistency and continuous improvement
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Key Values
- Commitment to Staff & Student Development – Strong investment in professional growth and clear training pathways
- "Knowledge, Aspiration, Respects" ambition drives a pupil-centric curriculum promoting life-long learning
- Personalised education where small school size ensures deep understanding of each student's comprehensive support
- Safety-first initiative, welcoming outcomes reflected in Ofsted reports on improved behaviour and emotional support
Additional Considerations
- Bulk purchase benefits and meals included as standard
- Generous car park access available
- Trust offers transferable benefits across multiple locations
How to Apply
Immediate hiring requests, interviews to be arranged upon shortlisting:
- Submit your CV & cover letter (on standard paper format) by e-mailing Charlie at EdEx
- Outlining past experiences in education or sector-related work will strengthen your candidacy
Contact Details
- Send application to: Charlie at EdEx Subject line: "Aspiring English Teacher Program – [Your Name]"
start your teaching journey in 2026 an if you fit this criteria today – apply now.
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