Job Description

English Instructor - Northampton
Location: Northampton
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-Time - Long-Term (Potential to Become Permanent)
Salary: £100-£170 per day (Depending on Experience)

Are you a passionate English graduate or experienced instructor ready to inspire the next generation of learners?
Do you want to teach engaging English lessons in a secondary school setting-even if you don't yet hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)?

We're working with several forward-thinking secondary schools across Northampton who are seeking enthusiastic and knowledgeable English Instructors to join their departments from September 2025. These full-time roles are ideal for individuals with strong subject knowledge and prior classroom experience who are eager to take on a lead role in delivering English lessons.

Whether you're an experienced unqualified teacher or a graduate exploring a future in education, this opportunity offers invaluable classroom experience and the chance to make a real difference.

The Role:

  • Teach English Language and Literature to students in Key Stages 3 and 4

  • Deliver engaging and well-structured lessons using school-provided schemes of work

  • Adapt lesson content and delivery to support different learning needs and styles

  • Support students in developing key skills in reading, writing, grammar, and critical thinking

  • Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies to ensure a respectful, focused learning environment

  • Contribute to student progress tracking, marking, and providing feedback

  • Collaborate with department staff and school leaders to maintain high academic standards

We're Looking For Someone With:

  • A degree in English, English Literature, Creative Writing, or a related discipline

  • Prior experience delivering lessons, tutoring, or working in a secondary school environment (desirable)

  • A confident and adaptable classroom presence

  • Strong communication skills and a genuine passion for supporting young people

  • A willingness to develop professionally and pursue potential teacher training routes

  • A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply

What's on Offer:

  • Full-time teaching experience in welcoming and well-led Northampton schools

  • Competitive daily pay, paid weekly

  • A potential route into QTS via school-based training or PGCE pathways

  • Dedicated support from experienced education consultants

  • Access to over 2,500 free CPD-certified courses via The National College, including safeguarding, behaviour management, literacy strategies, and more

  • The opportunity to build a long-term teaching career while making a difference

If you're excited to share your love of English and help students succeed, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now for English Instructor roles in Northampton starting September 2025.