Job Description Second in English Location: Grays, Essex Contract Type: Permanent Working Hours: Full-Time Start Date: September 2025 About the Role: We are working with a thriving and ambitious secondary school in Grays seeking a motivated and experienced Second in English to join their team from September 2025 on a permanent, full-time basis. This is an exciting opportunity for an English teacher ready to take the next step in their career and support the leadership of a high-performing department. You’ll play a key role in curriculum development, staff mentoring, and driving student progress in English across KS3 and KS4. Key Responsibilities: • Support the Head of English in leading the department • Contribute to the development and delivery of a high-quality English curriculum • Monitor and track student progress, implementing interventions as needed • Mentor and support colleagues within the department • Teach English across KS3 and KS4, including preparation for GCSE exams • Contribute to whole-school literacy initiatives and enrichment activities What We’re Looking For: • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) • Strong classroom practitioner with experience teaching English at KS3 and KS4 • Experience or interest in leadership responsibilities within a department • Excellent communication, organisation, and team-working skills • A proactive and collaborative mindset, with a commitment to raising standards Why This School? • Supportive and forward-thinking senior leadership team • Collaborative and ambitious English department • Clear opportunities for professional development and career progression • Positive school culture with a focus on staff wellbeing and student success • Easily accessible location in Grays, Essex How to Apply: If you’re ready to take on a leadership challenge and help shape the future of English at a fantastic school, we’d love to hear from you! Please contact Casey at Local Education: casey@localeducation.co.uk