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Teacher of English - September 2026
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Teacher of English - September 2026
Manchester, Tameside, Oldham and Bury
£150 - £230 per day, depending on experience and qualifications
Potential long-term cover roles | Full-time and part-time opportunities
Are you a qualified Teacher of English looking for your next opportunity in Greater Manchester? Premier Education is working with secondary school trusts across Manchester, Tameside, Oldham and Bury to recruit English Teachers for potential long-term cover roles. Opportunities may include sickness cover, maternity cover, vacant-post cover, and ongoing assignments.
We will take the time to understand your preferred locations, availability, and career goals before matching you with suitable schools. Applications are welcomed from both Early Career Teachers looking to develop their confidence and experienced English Teachers seeking a rewarding new position. These are not TEFL roles - please read the below criteria carefully.
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Teacher of English - the role
Depending on the placement, your responsibilities may include:
- Teaching English Language and Literature across KS3 - KS5
- Planning and delivering engaging lessons
- Following an established curriculum and schemes of work
- Assessing pupils' work and monitoring progress
- Preparing students for GCSE examinations
- Creating a positive and purposeful classroom environment
- Managing behaviour confidently and consistently
- Working closely with departmental colleagues and school leaders
- Contributing to the wider work of the English department
Teacher of English - requirements
- UK Qualified Teacher Status
- A relevant degree or strong subject knowledge
- Recent experience teaching English in a UK secondary school, including teaching placements
- Knowledge of the Key Stage 3 and GCSE English curriculum
- Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
- A reliable, adaptable, and professional approach
- The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues
- The legal right to work in the UK - we are unable to offer visa sponsorship
- An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or a willingness to obtain one
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If you are an English Teacher seeking a long-term cover role in Greater Manchester, Michaela would love to hear from you.
How to apply
Click 'Apply' and send your CV to Michaela at Premier Education today. Applications will be shortlisted on a rolling basis. Please upload a full CV, including details of your qualifications.
The successful candidate will be responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance. An enhanced DBS check will be required as part of our commitment to providing a safe and supportive environment for all.
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