Job description
English Teacher (QTS) – September Start – Portsmouth
Are you an English Teacher thinking ahead to September and open to a new opportunity in Portsmouth?
Whether you’re actively looking or simply exploring your options, Prospero Teaching would love to speak with you.
We work closely with a range of secondary schools across Portsmouth who plan their staffing well in advance of the new academic year. Schools regularly approach us seeking confident English specialists, and we are well placed to help you find a role that aligns with your experience, teaching style, and career ambitions.
The Role:
Depending on the school, responsibilities may include:
1. Teaching English Language and English Literature across KS3 and KS4
2. Planning and delivering engaging, well‑structured lessons
3. Marking, assessment, and tracking pupil progress
4. Supporting pupils of mixed abilities to achieve strong outcomes
5. Maintaining high expectations of behaviour and engagement
6. Contributing positively to the English department and wider school community
Who We’re Keen to Hear From:
7. Qualified English Teachers with QTS/QTLS (essential)
8. ECTs looking for the right school to start or continue their career
9. Experienced teachers seeking stability, progression, or a fresh environment
10. Teachers relocating to or within the Portsmouth area
11. English specialists confident delivering GCSE (any exam board)
You do not need to have resigned – this is about planning ahead and securing the right opportunity for September.
Contract Details:
12. Position: English Teacher (QTS)
13. Location: Portsmouth
14. Start Date: September (new academic year)
15. Contract Type: Full‑time, long‑term or permanent
16. Salary: £32,916 – £51,047 per annum (M1-U3, paid to scale)
Experience, Training & Safeguarding:
17. QTS/QTLS required
18. Secondary English teaching experience preferred
19. Safeguarding training required (can be provided)
Eligibility:
20. Right to work in the UK
21. Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
22. Two recent teaching references
What Prospero Teaching Offers:
23. Honest and confidential conversations before you commit
24. Access to roles not always advertised publicly
25. Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding & behaviour management
26. Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
27. Guidance throughout interviews and onboarding
If you’re an English Teacher considering a move for September in Portsmouth, we’d be happy to have an informal conversation about what opportunities may be available.
Apply with your CV to register your interest – even if you’re just planning ahead.