Teacher of English – Maternity Cover (January‑August 2026)
📍 Location: Taunton, Somerset
📅 Start Date: January 2026
📄 Contract Type: Full‑time, Maternity Cover
💰 Pay: Paid to scale (Main Pay Range)
Prospero Teaching is partnering with a highly regarded secondary school in Taunton to recruit a passionate and committed Teacher of English for this maternity cover role.
About the Role
* Teach English across KS3 and KS4, with mixed‑ability groups in Years 7‑9 and set groups in Years 10‑11.
* Contribute to curriculum development and help shape the department’s 5‑year plan.
* Support students through engaging lessons, targeted interventions and extra‑curricular activities such as writing competitions, author visits and creative clubs.
* Promote reading for pleasure and help develop students’ cultural capital.
What We’re Looking For
* Holds QTS and a relevant degree.
* Has experience teaching English in a mainstream secondary setting.
* Is passionate about literacy and committed to improving outcomes for all learners, including disadvantaged and SEN students.
* Is keen to get involved in the wider life of the school, including pastoral responsibilities as a form tutor.
* Whether you’re an experienced teacher or an ECT with the potential to become outstanding, we’d love to hear from you.
How to Apply
Apply today!
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