Tradewind Recruitment
English Teacher – Wellingborough
Location: Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term with Potential for Permanent Placement
Start Date: September 2026
English Teacher – Wellingborough
Are you a passionate English Teacher looking for your next opportunity in a supportive and ambitious secondary school?
Tradewind Recruitment is working in partnership with a welcoming secondary school in Wellingborough seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated English Teacher to join their successful English department from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) looking to develop their career in a positive and well-resourced environment.
The successful candidate will inspire students through engaging lessons that develop a love of literature, language, and creative expression, while supporting pupils to achieve their full academic potential.
The Role
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Deliver high-quality English Language and English Literature lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
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Plan, prepare, and assess engaging lessons that challenge and motivate learners.
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Monitor and track student progress, providing effective feedback to support achievement.
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Create a positive and inclusive learning environment that promotes high standards of behaviour and attainment.
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Differentiate learning to meet the needs of all students, including those with SEND and EAL.
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Contribute to departmental initiatives, enrichment activities, and wider school life.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
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A degree in English or a related subject.
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Experience teaching English within a secondary school setting.
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Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
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A commitment to raising standards and improving outcomes for all learners.
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Excellent communication and organisational skills.
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A genuine passion for English and education.
The School Offers
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A supportive and collaborative leadership team.
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A well-established and successful English department.
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Excellent CPD and career progression opportunities.
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Modern teaching facilities and resources.
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A positive school culture focused on staff wellbeing and professional development.
Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?
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Competitive rates of pay.
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Access to over 2,500 CPD courses through The National College.
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Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant.
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Opportunities for long-term, permanent, and supply positions.
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A simple registration process and ongoing career support.
Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.
To apply or find out more about this exciting English Teacher opportunity in Wellingborough, contact Tradewind Recruitment today.
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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