Teaching Personnel
English Teacher – Full-Time (Temporary)
Location: Preston (PR3)
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time, until at least Christmas 2026
The Role
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated English Teacher to join a welcoming secondary school in the Preston (PR3) area from September 2026. This is a full-time position running until at least December 2026, with the potential for extension for the right candidate.
You will be responsible for delivering high-quality English lessons across Key Stage 3 & 4, inspiring students and supporting them to achieve their full potential.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging and effective English lessons to KS3/4 students
- Prepare students for GCSE examinations using AQA English Language and Eduqas Literacy specifications
- Assess, monitor, and report on student progress
- Create a positive learning environment that promotes excellent behaviour and engagement
- Contribute to the wider school community and departmental development
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
- Proven experience teaching Key Stage 3&4 English
- Strong working knowledge of AQA English Language and Eduqas Literacy
- Excellent classroom management skills
- A passion for English and the ability to motivate learners of all abilities
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Apply Now
If you are an enthusiastic English teacher ready to start in September 2026, we would love to hear from you.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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