Unqualified English Teacher - Wellingborough

Location: Wellingborough, Northamptonshire | Start Date: October 2026 | Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term (with potential to become permanent) | Salary: £100-£160 per day

Are you enthusiastic about English and looking to begin a career in teaching?

Would you like the opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience within a supportive secondary school environment?

We are working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive secondary school in Wellingborough that is seeking a committed Unqualified English Teacher to join their English department from October 2026.

This role is ideal for English graduates, aspiring teachers, tutors, Teaching Assistants, or individuals with strong English subject knowledge who are keen to develop their classroom skills and take their first steps into education.

You will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced teachers, build your confidence in the classroom, and gain valuable experience that could support your progression towards future teacher training.

The Role

• Deliver structured and engaging English lessons to students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4

• Support pupils in developing their literacy, comprehension, writing and analytical skills

• Encourage students to engage with a wide range of texts and develop confidence in English

• Create a focused, positive and purposeful classroom environment

• Adapt your teaching approach to support students with different abilities and learning needs

• Work closely with experienced English teachers to develop your classroom practice

• Support students with their progress and provide encouragement and guidance

• Assist with classroom activities, assessments and learning resources

• Contribute positively to the English department and wider school community

• Follow school policies and safeguarding procedures at all times

About You

• A degree in English, English Literature or a related subject, or strong English subject knowledge

• Experience working with young people is advantageous but not essential

• Confident communicator with the ability to engage and motivate students

• Organised, adaptable and willing to learn

• Passionate about English and education

• Interested in developing a long-term career in teaching

• Considering future routes such as PGCE, SCITT or teacher apprenticeships

• Able to build positive relationships with students and staff

• Strong classroom presence and enthusiasm for working with young people

• Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or is willing to apply for one

What the School Offers

• A welcoming and supportive English department

• The opportunity to gain hands-on classroom experience

• Support and guidance from experienced teaching staff

• Ongoing training and access to CPD

• A positive school environment focused on student achievement and staff development

• The opportunity to develop your classroom management and teaching skills

• Potential for the role to become permanent following a successful placement

• Excellent experience for candidates considering future teacher training

Professional Development

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build their confidence, develop practical classroom skills and gain valuable experience within a secondary school.

Through Tradewind Recruitment, you will also have access to free CPD through The National College, with over 2,500 accredited courses covering safeguarding, behaviour management, SEND, adaptive teaching, curriculum development and effective classroom practice.

If you're an English graduate, aspiring teacher, tutor or education professional looking to take your first steps into secondary teaching, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to learn more about this Unqualified English Teacher opportunity in Wellingborough, starting October 2026.

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