SECONDARY ENGLISH TEACHER Location: Aylesbury Start: September 2026 Full Time: Temporary to Permanent Salary: £29,344–£44,919 Improvement in English isn’t sudden. It’s built line by line, paragraph by paragraph, until students realise they can actually do it. As a Secondary English Teacher focusing on KS4, your role is to guide students through that process. You will help them move from basic responses to structured, confident writing, giving them the tools to succeed in GCSE English. Key responsibilities Teach English Language and Literature at KS4 Plan lessons that focus on writing structure and clarity Model high-quality answers and responses Support students with exam preparation and technique Provide feedback that leads to measurable improvement Track student progress and address gaps Maintain a calm, focused classroom environment The classroom environment Lessons are structured and purposeful Students understand how to approach tasks Writing improves through guidance and repetition Expectations are clear and consistent Skills and experience Experience teaching English at secondary level Strong understanding of GCSE requirements Clear communication and modelling skills Confident classroom management QTS is desirable; unqualified teachers are welcome to apply, particularly those with strong English or humanities backgrounds Supply Desk can offer you: Competitive rates of pay Recommend a friend bonus scheme Out of hours on-call service Day to day or long-term assignments Please contact Eliza on for more information and Apply Below Supply Desk offer a £100 ‘Golden Hello’ for anyone who introduces a teacher/teaching assistant. Get in touch for further details. Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) check which must be maintained throughout the period of employment and meet Safer Recruitment standards.