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Inspire Young Minds – English Teacher Opportunity in Sunderland!

Job Title: English Teacher
Location: Sunderland
Salary: £150 - £220 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Daily Supply, Long-Term

Are you a passionate individual with a flair for the English language and a commitment to academic excellence? Do you possess the drive to ignite a love for literature and literacy among secondary school learners? If so, GSL Education are currently seeking a dynamic and inspirational English Teacher to join one of our welcoming and high-achieving partner schools in Sunderland.

This is a superb opportunity for an experienced English specialist or an enthusiastic ECT to deliver outstanding teaching and contribute to a well-established department known for its supportive ethos and high standards.

About the Role

As an English Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering engaging lessons that promote reading, writing, and critical thinking. You will support pupils in achieving their academic goals while nurturing creativity and a lifelong appreciation for the subject.

Key Responsibilities:

Teach the national curriculum in English with creativity, rigour, and a student-centred approach.
Prepare students for internal assessments, GCSE examinations, and extended writing tasks.
Use a variety of formative and summative assessment techniques to track progress and adapt teaching accordingly.
Encourage students to express themselves confidently, both verbally and in writing.
Maintain an inclusive classroom where every pupil can thrive, regardless of background or ability.
Contribute to the English department’s schemes of work and collaborate with colleagues to drive pupil progress.
Engage in whole-school activities, parent consultations, and targeted intervention where required.
Requirements of the English Teacher:

Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or be an Early Career Teacher (ECT) with a specialism in English.
A degree in English Literature, English Language, or a closely related subject.
Demonstrable classroom experience delivering English across the UK schools.
Strong classroom management skills and the ability to foster positive relationships with pupils.
A genuine passion for teaching English and inspiring the next generation of readers, writers, and critical thinkers.
Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply through GSL Education.
What We Offer:

Competitive daily pay reflective of experience and qualifications.
A dedicated consultant with expertise in the North East education sector.
Opportunity to work in forward-thinking schools that value teacher wellbeing and professional development.
Long-term or daily supply roles with potential for progression within the department.
If you are a committed English teacher ready to deliver excellence in the classroom and make a lasting impact on young learners, apply now to be considered for this exciting role in Sunderland.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK. 

For more information or to register your interest in the ‘English Teacher’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and get in touch directly with Saif at (url removed) for more information.

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