Job Description

English Teacher - Wellingborough
Location: Wellingborough
Start Date: September 2026 or April 2026
Contract: Full-Time | Contract or Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS (Dependent on Experience)

Are you an enthusiastic English teacher with a love of language, literature, and helping students discover the power of words? Do you want to work in a school that values creativity, supports professional growth, and encourages teachers to make a real impact?

We are partnering with several well-regarded secondary schools across Wellingborough that are seeking motivated English Teachers for September 2026 or April 2026. These full-time roles are available as contract or permanent positions, offering opportunities to teach across KS3 and KS4, with some schools providing KS5 teaching for suitable candidates.

About the Role:

  • Deliver engaging and inspiring English lessons across KS3 and KS4, with KS5 opportunities where available
  • Plan and adapt lessons to support learners of all abilities, including those with SEND or EAL needs
  • Use assessment data to track progress, identify gaps, and adjust teaching strategies
  • Encourage creativity, analytical thinking, and confidence in students' spoken and written communication
  • Collaborate with English department colleagues to share best practice and enhance curriculum delivery
  • Contribute to wider school life through enrichment activities such as literacy clubs, debating societies, and reading initiatives

Who We're Looking For:

  • Qualified teachers with QTS/QTLS (or equivalent)
  • Strong subject knowledge and passion for English Language and Literature
  • Ability to inspire, challenge, and engage students of all backgrounds and abilities
  • Confident classroom management with a proactive approach to pastoral care
  • Commitment to professional development and collaborative working
  • Enthusiasm for extracurricular literacy activities and supporting whole-school initiatives
  • Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are welcome, with full induction and mentoring provided

What's On Offer:

  • Full-time English teaching roles in well-resourced and supportive Wellingborough schools
  • Contract or permanent positions depending on school requirements
  • Competitive salary on the Main or Upper Pay Scale
  • Access to CPD, career progression, and mentoring programmes
  • A school culture that values staff wellbeing, development, and collaborative teaching
  • Opportunities to contribute to GCSE/A-Level intervention, curriculum design, and literacy initiatives

If you're ready to inspire students and help them develop confidence, creativity, and critical thinking through English, apply today to join a Wellingborough secondary school starting September 2026 or April 2026.