Teacher of English

Teacher of English - Leeds (LS27)

Inspire the next generation of readers, writers, and thinkers.

Are you passionate about English and ready to make a real impact in the classroom? We're working with a lively and welcoming secondary school in Leeds, and they're looking for an enthusiastic English Teacher to join their team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who loves literature and language, and who’s committed to helping students aged 11-16 develop their skills, confidence, and curiosity.

Whether you're an experienced teacher or an ECT just starting out, if you're dedicated to inspiring young minds, we’d love to hear from you.

• Planning and delivering engaging, creative lessons at KS3 and KS4 that bring the English curriculum to life
• Creating an inclusive classroom environment where every student feels supported, valued, and challenged
• Monitoring progress and giving meaningful feedback to help students grow
• Working with your department to develop resources and share ideas
• Supporting students of all abilities, helping them to reach their full potential
• Getting involved in school life, from parents’ evenings to CPD and whole-school events

• A qualified teacher (QTS or equivalent) with a degree in English or a related subject
• Someone with strong curriculum knowledge, solid classroom management, and a love of their subject
• A reflective practitioner who’s always looking to develop and improve
• Excellent communicator and team player
• Most importantly, someone who genuinely enjoys working with young people

We’re a specialist education recruitment agency that puts teachers and schools first. When you work with us, you’ll get:

• Competitive pay (AWR compliant and in line with national scales)
• Free CPD to boost your skills
• A dedicated consultant who’s always on hand to support you
• £50 'Refer a Friend’ bonus
• Access to wellbeing support, travel perks, and exclusive retail discounts

How to apply:

Send us your application using the link below, or get in touch directly—we’d love to chat with you about the role.

Please note: You’ll need a recognised teaching qualification and an up-to-date enhanced DBS (we can help you with that if needed). If you don’t hear back from us within two working days, unfortunately your application hasn’t been successful this time.

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