Qualified English Teacher

??Location: Swindon
?? Start Date: September 2025
?? Contract: Full-time, Temporary (Maternity Cover - Full Academic Year)
?? Pay: M1 (£162/day) to U1 (£234/day) - Paid to Scale

Your new school company

Hays are recruiting an English teacher on a full-time contract as maternity cover. We are working with a local Swindon co-educational academy, who supports students aged 11-16and is committed to delivering a high-quality, inclusive education. The school has a strong academic focus, a positive behaviour culture, and a supportive leadership team. With modern facilities and a collaborative staff environment, it provides an excellent setting for both experienced and early-career teachers to thrive. Staff are encouraged to contribute to the wider school community and take part in enrichment activities.

Your new role

You will be joining the English department as a Teacher of English on a full-time maternity cover contract, starting in September 2025 and running for the entire academic year. You will be responsible for teaching English across
Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering a curriculum that promotes literacy, creativity, and critical thinking.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering engaging English lessons
• Marking and assessing student progress
• Attending parents' evenings and contributing to school events
• Supporting school trips and extracurricular activities
• Becoming an active member of the school community

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a well-respected academy with motivated students and a collaborative team.

What you'll need to succeed

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• UK classroom experience teaching English
• A passion for literature and language, and the ability to inspire students
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Availability to work full-time from September through to the end of the academic year

What you'll get in return

• Competitive daily rates paid to scale (£162-£234 per day)
• Opportunity to work in a supportive and high-achieving academy
• Full support from your dedicated Hays consultant
• Access to CPD and professional development opportunities
• A chance to make a meaningful impact throughout the school year

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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