Posted: 6 April
The role
Job description
English Teacher (QTS) – Southampton
Prospero Teaching is looking for an experienced and committed Qualified English Teacher to join a secondary school in Southampton to cover a period of staff absence. The role begins Monday 13th April and is expected to run for approximately ten weeks, covering the summer term.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated English specialist who can step confidently into a full‑time timetable, deliver strong lessons, and support pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4. You will take on full teacher responsibilities including planning, marking, assessment and departmental participation.
The Role:
Teach English Language and Literature across KS3 & KS4Deliver engaging, well‑structured lessons aligned with departmental schemes of workComplete full planning, marking, assessments and feedbackSupport pupils of varying abilities to make progressMaintain strong behaviour expectations and a positive classroom climateWork closely with the English department during the cover periodIdeal Candidate:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essentialStrong subject knowledge in English Language & LiteratureExperience teaching KS3 & KS4Confident with planning and markingA reliable and adaptable classroom practitionerSomeone ready to start 13th April and commit to the full 10‑week periodContract Details:
Position: English Teacher (QTS) – Long‑Term CoverLocation: SouthamptonStart Date:Monday 13th AprilContract Length: Approx. 10 weeksHours: Full‑time (Monday-Friday)Salary:£32,916 – £51,047 per annum (paid to scale)Key Stages: KS3-KS4Experience, Training & Safeguarding:
QTS/QTLS requiredEnglish teaching experience in secondary schoolsUp‑to‑date safeguarding training (can be provided)Eligibility:
Right to work in the UKEnhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)Two recent teaching referencesWhat Prospero Teaching Offers:
Free accredited CPD including safeguarding & behaviour managementA dedicated consultant for ongoing support throughout placementSmooth interview and onboarding processOpportunities to access future long‑term and permanent rolesIf you’re an English Teacher available from 13th April and looking for a full‑time role for the remainder of the term, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now with your up‑to‑date CV.
