English Teacher -Blackburn

Are you a passionate English Teacher ready to inspire secondary students in Blackburn this September? We are seeking an exceptional QTS educator to lead dynamic English Language and Literature classes across KS3 and GCSE. If you excel at bringing texts to life, sharpening analytical skills, and boosting student confidence, this is your chance to step into a thriving school community.

We offer two distinct pathways for the new academic year-allowing you to select the exact balance of responsibility and flexibility that fits your life.

• Day-to-Day Supply Cover (£120 - £140 per day): Maximum flexibility with zero take-home workload. All lesson plans are provided in advance-your role is to deliver the content, maintain strong classroom dynamics, and mark the session's work. Perfect for teachers wanting classroom time without prep commitments.

• Long-Term & Contract Roles (£150 - £220 per day): Dedicated positions for teachers seeking continuity. These full-scale roles include scheme-of-work planning, ongoing assessment, and departmental involvement, rewarded with a higher daily rate reflecting your specialist commitment.

• Plan and teach high-impact English Language and Literature lessons tailored to diverse learning styles.

• Track student progress, providing clear, actionable feedback to drive GCSE attainment.

• Maintain a structured, focused, and positive classroom environment using proactive behavior strategies.

• Work collaboratively with the English department, SENCOs, and school leadership on curriculum goals.

• Engage fully with the school ethos while promoting high standards of literacy across all year groups.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) alongside a degree in English or a related subject.

• Demonstrated experience teaching English at KS3 and KS4 (GCSE level).

• Strong adaptability to seamlessly step into existing schemes of work.

• Excellent communication skills and a confident classroom presence.

• Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service (or readiness to process one).

• Direct PAYE Pay: Clear, reliable weekly pay with no hidden umbrella fees.

• Local School Choice: Priority access to top secondary schools across Blackburn and East Lancashire.

• Career Growth: Free online training modules, Safeguarding updates, and professional development.

• £300 Referral Reward: Earn £300 in Love2Shop vouchers for every fellow teacher you refer to us!

Positions for the September 2026 term are filling quickly across Blackburn. Secure your role early!

Submit your CV directly to Jessica Verndet at [email removed] or call [phone removed] for an immediate, confidential discussion about available roles.

experience

Teaching

skills

121 teaching experience,ability to communicate with parents,ability to work well under pressure,able to inspire,be a role model,building rapport with children,career driven,communication,effective discipline,empathy,engaging,excellent time management,FMS experience,good behaviour management skills,good classroom management,good communication skills,good sense of humour,high expectations,keen to contribute to the life of the school,key stage 3 experience,key stage 4 experience,key stage 5 experience,knowledge of A-level specification,knowledge of curriculum,knowledge of GCSE specification,knowledge of subject,motivated,partake in extra curricular activities,passion for education,SEN experience,set clear objectives,SIMS experience,sixth form experience,teaching assistant experience,team player,work well autonomously,years 7-11 experience

qualifications

BA Hons (QTS),BEd,BSc Hons (QTS),PGCE,PGCE,PGDE (Scotland),QTLS,QTS,Schools direct,SCITT

education

high school,college,university