Secondary School English Teacher

Birmingham, West Midlands
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A welcoming, inclusive and forward-thinking secondary school in Coventry is seeking an enthusiastic and committed English Teacher to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for teachers looking for long-term cover, supply work, or a pathway into a permanent role within a supportive and collaborative English department.

The Role

As an English Teacher, you will deliver engaging and inspiring lessons that develop students’ reading, writing and communication skills. Responsibilities include:

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Planning and delivering high-quality, differentiated English lessons in line with the national curriculum

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Teaching English Language and Literature across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 experience welcomed where applicable)

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Encouraging a love of reading, writing and critical thinking

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Assessing, monitoring and tracking student progress to support achievement

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Creating a calm, inclusive and purposeful classroom environment

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Working collaboratively with the Head of English, Teaching Assistants and wider staff

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Adapting teaching to support students with SEND, EAL or additional learning needs

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Building strong relationships with students, parents and colleagues

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Contributing to enrichment activities such as reading initiatives, writing clubs or intervention programmes

About You

We are looking for an English Teacher who is:

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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) preferred – ECTs and experienced teachers encouraged to apply

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Confident teaching English Language and Literature across KS3 and KS4

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Passionate about literacy and student progress

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Calm, reflective and consistent in their approach to behaviour management

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A strong communicator who works effectively within a team

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Organised, adaptable and confident in managing classroom routines

We Welcome Applications From:

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Supply and cover English teachers seeking longer-term consistency

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Teachers seeking permanent roles within supportive English departments

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Early Career Teachers and experienced English specialists

Job Info
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Job Title:
Secondary School English Teacher
Company:
CV-Library
Location:
Birmingham, West Midlands
Salary:
Competitive
Posted:
Dec 19th 2025
Closes:
Jan 19th 2026
Sector:
Education
Contract:
Contract
Hours:
Full Time
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