English Teacher Pontefract

DATE POSTED

Subject

English

Job Branch & Location

Yorkshire - Pontefract

Job Setting & Role

Secondary & FE - Teacher
Supply
£174.71 - £269.95 PER DAY DEPENDENT UPON EXPERIENCE

About the role:

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of English to join a supportive secondary school in Pontefract from September 2026. This is a long-term, full-time position, offering an exciting opportunity to inspire students and help them develop confidence and achievement in English Language and Literature across Key Stages 3 and 4. The successful candidate will be passionate about their subject, committed to high standards of teaching and learning, and eager to make a positive impact on student outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan and deliver engaging and differentiated English lessons in line with the national curriculum.
  • Teach English Language and Literature across Key Stages 3 and 4.
  • Assess, monitor, and report on student progress, providing effective feedback.
  • Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supports learning and achievement.
  • Manage behaviour effectively and uphold high expectations.
  • Contribute to departmental initiatives and wider school life.

Pre-requisites:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
  • Experience teaching English within a secondary school setting.
  • Strong subject knowledge of English Language and Literature.
  • Excellent communication, organisational, and classroom management skills.
  • Two school-based references
Job Reference: JT25RC160012

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Justteachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS including a children’s barred list check and where applicable a vulnerable adults barred list check is required for all successful candidates.

To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days, you can though still apply to be considered for similar roles that we have available.

Justteachers is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. We believe that diversity and inclusion are integral to our success and are committed to ensuring our workforce reflects the diversity of the schools we support. We will ensure that our recruitment and selection processes are fair and conducted on the basis of merit, qualifications and abilities, against objective criteria. Policies ensure fair treatment, encourage diverse representation, support flexible working, and foster an inclusive environment free from harassment, with compliance often mandated by employment legislation. There shall be no discrimination against candidates because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
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