English Teacher – Specialist School Setting
Location: Liverpool area
Start: January 2026
Contract: Full time, long-term (with potential to become permanent)
TeacherActive are proud to be working with a well-established specialist school in the Liverpool area who are seeking an experienced English Teacher to join their dedicated team.
The school provides education for young people aged 11–16 who require additional support with their social, emotional and mental health needs. Class sizes are small, lessons are personalised, and staff work closely together to create a calm, therapeutic environment where every learner has the opportunity to succeed. Students are supported through a highly nurturing approach and benefit from a strong pastoral structure, creative curriculum, and clear routines.
We are looking for a passionate Teacher of English who can deliver engaging, differentiated lessons and inspire students to achieve their goals. The successful candidate will be joining a friendly, skilled team who share a commitment to transforming the lives of their young people.
The role will involve:
Teaching English across KS3 and KS4
Planning, organisation and delivery of tailored lessons
Working closely with support staff to promote positive outcomes
Monitoring progress and maintaining high standards of behaviour and engagement
Building strong, professional relationships with learners
The ideal candidate will:
Be a qualified English Teacher (ECTs considered with relevant experience)
Have experience working with students who have social, emotional or behavioural needs – this is essential
Be resilient, patient and able to build positive rapport
Have strong classroom management skills
Be committed to inclusive practice and student development
In return, you will receive:
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
CPD opportunities
Competitive rates of pay
The opportunity to make a real difference every day
If you feel that you have the right experience, passion and drive for this role, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please send a copy of your CV to (url removed), or contact Zoe on (phone number removed) for more information.
All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
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