English Teacher – Secondary School – Salford

Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: MPS1–UPS3, paid to scale

A welcoming secondary school in Salford is seeking an enthusiastic and committed English Teacher to join its teaching team. This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about English Language and Literature and can inspire students to become confident readers, thoughtful writers and effective communicators.

The successful candidate will deliver engaging lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, supporting students in developing their analytical skills, written accuracy and appreciation of a broad range of literary texts. The school is looking for someone who can establish positive classroom relationships, maintain high expectations and help learners make consistent academic progress.

• English Teacher Role

• Teaching English Language and Literature across KS3 and KS4

• Preparing students for GCSE examinations

• Location: Salford

• Salary: MPS1–UPS3, paid to scale

• Full-time, permanent position

• Immediate start available

English Teacher – Role and Responsibilities

You will plan and deliver purposeful lessons that develop students’ reading comprehension, creative writing, analytical thinking and understanding of language. Lessons should encourage participation and enable learners to explore challenging texts, express their opinions and support their interpretations with relevant evidence.

Responsibilities will include:

• Delivering engaging English lessons across KS3 and KS4.

• Teaching English Language and Literature in line with curriculum requirements.

• Developing students’ analytical writing, comprehension and vocabulary.

• Preparing pupils for GCSE assessments and examinations.

• Differentiating activities to support students with varying abilities and learning needs.

• Assessing work regularly and providing constructive feedback.

• Tracking progress and identifying areas requiring further intervention.

• Maintaining consistent classroom routines and high standards of behaviour.

• Encouraging independent reading and wider engagement with literature.

• Working with colleagues to develop resources and share effective teaching strategies.

• Contributing to departmental planning and curriculum development.

English Teacher – School Information

Based in Salford, the school aims to provide students with the knowledge, skills and confidence required for future study and employment. The successful applicant will join a team that recognises the importance of literacy, communication and critical thinking across the curriculum.

The English department seeks to create a learning environment where students are encouraged to contribute ideas, challenge interpretations and develop their written expression. You will have the opportunity to contribute to departmental activities and support students as they progress towards their qualifications.

English Teacher – Experience and Qualifications

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or be an eligible Early Career Teacher.

• Have strong subject knowledge in English Language and Literature.

• Be confident teaching secondary English, particularly KS3 and KS4.

• Demonstrate effective planning, assessment and classroom management.

• Adapt teaching to support different learning needs.

• Set high expectations for student achievement and conduct.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute positively to the school community.

Salary

The position is paid on the MPS1–UPS3 scale, depending on experience and qualifications.

Application

If you are an enthusiastic English Teacher looking for a full-time, permanent opportunity in Salford, please send your CV for consideration.