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About The Role
An English Teacher is required for a secondary school in Walsall, starting September 2026 on a temporary supply contract. This position involves teaching English Language and Literature to KS3 and KS4 students, with daily pay ranging from £175 to £250, dependent on experience. Responsibilities include planning structured lessons that build reading, writing, and analytical abilities, while preparing pupils for their GCSE examinations. The successful candidate will join a supportive department, delivering engaging content that fosters a genuine appreciation for literary works. Strong classroom management and clear communication skills are essential for this role, which offers the chance to make a tangible difference to student outcomes.
Key Details
- Position: English Teacher
- Location: Walsall
- Start Date: September 2026
- Contract: Supply
- Pay: £175 – £250 per day (paid to scale, dependent on experience)
The Role
A secondary school in Walsall is seeking a passionate and dedicated English Teacher to join its English department from September 2026 on a supply basis.
The successful candidate will teach English Language and English Literature across KS3 and KS4, delivering engaging and well-structured lessons that develop students' reading, writing, communication, and analytical skills. You will inspire students to engage with a wide range of literary texts while supporting them in making strong academic progress and preparing for their GCSE English qualifications.
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Working within a supportive English department, you will plan and deliver high-quality lessons, assess student progress, provide constructive feedback, and create a positive and inclusive classroom environment. You will maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement while encouraging students to develop confidence, creativity, and a genuine appreciation of English.
The Candidate
The Successful Candidate Will
- Hold QTS or be an ECT
- Have experience teaching English Language and English Literature across KS3 and KS4
- Be confident delivering the GCSE English curriculum
- Demonstrate excellent classroom management and organisational skills
- Be committed to supporting student progress and raising attainment
- Have a genuine passion for English and inspiring young people
The School
The school offers a welcoming and supportive working environment with a strong focus on high-quality teaching and learning. Staff benefit from collaborative working, excellent teaching resources, supportive leadership, and professional development opportunities. The English department is committed to helping students develop strong literacy skills and achieve their full potential.
This is an excellent opportunity for an English Teacher seeking a supply role in Walsall starting September 2026, offering £175–£250 per day (paid to scale, dependent on experience) and the opportunity to work within a supportive secondary school.
Due to the number of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted.
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The Education Network Offer
Our specialist team has a combined experience of over 25 years and has an unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.
The opportunity to work in a friendly, caring, and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed, and hard-working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.
The Education Network is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high volume of applications, we will only contact shortlisted candidates within 3 days.
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