Job Description

English Teacher

Location: Northumberland
Setting: Secondary Schools and Further Education / Colleges
Role Type: Flexible - Full-time & Part-time and permanent opportunities available
Start Date: Immediate opportunities available

Are you a passionate and dedicated English Teacher looking to inspire students across Northumberland? We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated English Teachers to deliver engaging and high-quality lessons, helping students develop confidence in reading, writing, and communication across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5.

Whether you are looking for short-term supply, long-term placements, or a permanent opportunity, this role offers flexibility and strong support throughout your teaching journey.

Why Join Tradewind Recruitment?

  • Local roles available: Positions available on your doorstep across Northumberland

  • Flexible work: Choose when and where you work - perfect for maintaining a healthy work-life balance

  • Permanent opportunities: We can help you secure a permanent teaching role with schools across the North East

  • Long-term roles immediately available: Paying to scale from day one without the need to wait 12 weeks for AWR

  • Sign-on Bonus: £300 if you are currently with another agency

  • Referral Bonus: £100 for every teacher or teaching assistant you refer to us

  • Pension: Enrolled into a pension scheme

  • Free Education and Training via the National College: Monthly CPD, education and training, safeguarding courses to keep your skills sharp and up to date

  • Free Enhanced DBS registered on the update service: We will reimburse the cost of your DBS when applied for through Tradewind Recruitment

  • Guaranteed Pay Scheme: Secure your income for the 2025/26 academic year

  • Exclusive opportunities: Positions that are only available exclusively through Tradewind Recruitment

  • Weekly pay: No waiting around - paid every week

  • Simply Teaching: Positions available with no planning, marking or assessing!

The Opportunity

  • Teach English Language and Literature across KS3, KS4, and KS5

  • Work within secondary schools and colleges across Northumberland

  • Deliver engaging and well-structured lessons aligned with the curriculum

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver high-quality English lessons

  • Assess and monitor student progress, providing clear and constructive feedback

  • Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies

  • Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level examinations where applicable

What We're Looking For

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

  • Experience teaching English in a UK secondary school or college

  • Strong subject knowledge across English Language and Literature

  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply