English Teacher

English Teacher – Secondary

Location: Enfield, London
Salary: £40,372–£59,864 per annum – M1 to UPS3
Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary
Start Date: 8 September 2026
Key Stages: KS3, KS4 and potentially KS5

Teach Now is recruiting an outstanding English Teacher for a full-time secondary-school position in Enfield.

The school is seeking a teacher who can make literature accessible, develop confident writers and create classrooms where students are expected to think deeply, contribute thoughtfully and take pride in their work.

Whether you are exploring Shakespeare with Year 8, improving analytical writing with GCSE pupils or discussing a challenging novel with sixth-form students, you will be joining a department that values strong subject knowledge alongside excellent classroom practice.

The Role

You will:

Plan and deliver engaging English Language and Literature lessons

Teach across KS3 and KS4, with KS5 opportunities dependent on experience

Develop pupils’ reading, writing, speaking and analytical skills

Teach GCSE examination classes and prepare pupils effectively for assessment

Use assessment information to identify gaps and plan intervention

Support pupils with differing literacy levels and additional needs

Promote ambitious vocabulary and high standards of written communication

Establish a calm and purposeful classroom environment

Contribute to department planning, moderation and curriculum development

Participate in wider literacy, reading or enrichment initiatives

We Are Looking for an English Teacher Who

Holds QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification

Has a relevant English degree or strong subject-specialist background

Has recent experience teaching English in a UK secondary school

Understands GCSE English Language and Literature requirements

Can demonstrate effective behaviour management

Has high expectations for academic progress

Can engage reluctant readers as well as challenge high-attaining pupils

Works effectively as part of a department

Is committed to safeguarding and inclusive practice

Has the right to work in the UK

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

Can provide suitable recent professional references

Experience teaching A-level English Language or Literature would be welcomed where the timetable includes KS5.

What the School Can Offer

A strong and collaborative English department

Shared curriculum resources and schemes of work

Regular moderation and departmental planning

A diverse student population offering rewarding teaching opportunities

Support for professional development

Opportunities to contribute to reading, literacy, debating or creative-writing initiatives

A stable long-term role with the opportunity to become embedded in school life

Why work via Teach Now?

Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.

• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.

• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.

• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance