Secondary English Teacher - Southampton
Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated and engaging Secondary English Teacher to join a well-regarded secondary school in the Southampton area, starting 13th April, immediately after the Easter break. The school is looking for a qualified English specialist who can confidently deliver lessons to KS3 and KS4 pupils and take on full teacher responsibilities, including planning, marking, assessments, and classroom management.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced English Teacher or a strong ECT ready to step into a well-supported and forward-thinking English department. The successful candidate will be taken on a temp-perm basis.
The Role:
· Teach English Language and Literature across KS3 and KS4
· Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality lessons
· Mark and assess work in line with school policies
· Support students progress and help raise achievement
· Maintain a positive, well-managed classroom environment
· Contribute to departmental planning and curriculum development
· Work collaboratively with colleagues to support learners of all abilities
Ideal Candidate:
· Fully qualified teacher with QTS/QTLS
· Specialism in English
· Confident teaching KS3-KS4
· Strong subject knowledge and ability to inspire engagement
· Skilled in planning, delivering, and assessing well-structured lessons
· Strong behaviour management and communication skills
· Reliable, organised, and committed to high standards
Contract Details:
· Position: Secondary English Teacher
· Location: Southampton
· Start Date: 13th April (after Easter)
· Pay: Up to £261 per day
· Contract Type: Temporary / ongoing
· Hours: Full-time
· Responsibilities: Full teacher duties, including planning and marking
Experience, Training & Safeguarding:
· QTS/QTLS required
· Experience teaching English in a secondary school
· Up-to-date safeguarding training (can be provided)
Eligibility:
· Right to work in the UK
· Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
· Able to provide two professional references from recent teaching roles
What Prospero Teaching Offers:
· Competitive daily rates
· Free accredited CPD, including behaviour management and safeguarding
· Ongoing support from a dedicated Training & Development Team
· Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
If you are a passionate English Teacher looking for a well-paid role starting after Easter, we would love to hear from you.
Apply with your most up-to-date CV today.
Please note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted