About the role
English Teacher
Maternity Cover – Feb to Dec 2026)
Location: Near Oldham
Contract: Full-time
Vision for Education is working in partnership with a well-run, high-performing secondary school near Oldham to recruit an English Teacher for a maternity cover starting February 2026 and running through to December 2026.
The school is a popular 11–18 academy known for:
1. Exceptionally strong leadership and clear systems
2. High standards of behaviour and a calm, purposeful learning environment
3. A well-sequenced English curriculum and a supportive, stable department
4. A culture focused on academic challenge, personal development and preparing students for life beyond school
It’s a genuinely well-organised place to work with a strong local reputation and a staff team who feel valued and supported.
The Role
You will teach English across KS3 and KS4, with potential opportunities in KS5 depending on experience. You’ll join a well-established department with excellent resources and a collaborative approach to planning.
You will:
5. Deliver engaging, well-structured English lessons
6. Maintain high expectations for learning and behaviour
7. Work closely with colleagues to ensure consistency and strong student outcomes
8. Contribute to the wider school community where required
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
9. Holds QTS/QTLS (or is close to achieving it)
10. Has a genuine passion for English
11. Brings strong behaviour management and a positive, proactive attitude
12. Enjoys working within a collaborative team
To express interest or discuss the role further, please contact Vision for Education – Manchester Secondary on 0161 273 7111 or send your CV to
About Vision for Education
Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.
What Vision for Education offer
As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:
13. Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
14. Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
15. Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
16. Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
17. FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
18. Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
19. Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.
Vision for Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.