Your newpany
Hays Education is supporting a Cheltenham/Gloucester-based secondary school in the recruitment of a dedicated and engaging Teacher of English to join their team from February half-term. The school is well‑established, with a supportive leadership team and a strongmitment to delivering high‑quality teaching and learning. English is a key subject within the curriculum, and you will be joining a collaborative department focused on raising achievement and fostering a love of literature and language.
Your new role
As a Teacher of English, you will deliver high‑quality lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, following the school’s schemes of work and assessment policies.
1. Plan and deliver engaging, creative lessons
2. Assess student progress and provide meaningful feedback
3. Support students preparing for GCSE English Language and Literature
4. Maintain a positive, calm and purposeful learning environment
5. Contribute to departmental collaboration and planning
This is a full‑time teaching role starting from February half-term, offering continuity for classes leading into the exam period.
What you'll need to succeed
6. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
7. Strong subject knowledge in English Language and Literature
8. Experience teaching in a UK secondary school
9. The right to work in the UK
10. An Enhanced DBS check, or willingness to obtain one
11. A passion for English and amitment to raising standards
12. ECTs are wee to apply
What you'll get in return
13. Paid to Scale MPS 1-6 - UPS1 paid weekly
14. Personalised support from a dedicated Hays Education consultant
15. Access to a wide network of local schools
16. Streamlined registration andpliance process
17. Support in securing future roles after this placement