Permanent
English Teacher
Posted on 08 May 26 by Marie Tormey
- Manchester, Greater Manchester
- £32916 - £51048 per Year
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Job Description
Join a thriving Manchester secondary school committed to high standards, strong pastoral care, and excellent outcomes for every learner. This is a permanent opportunity for a dedicated English Teacher to shape students’ progress and foster a genuine love of language and literature. You’ll join a supportive, collaborative department that values professional growth and innovative teaching.
About the Role:
In this role, you will plan and deliver engaging English lessons across Key Stages, ensuring all students are challenged and supported to achieve their potential. You will play a key part in raising attainment, contributing to curriculum development, and maintaining a positive, purposeful classroom environment. Your work will directly influence student progress, literacy standards, and wider whole-school priorities.
Key Responsibilities:
* Plan and deliver high-quality English lessons aligned with the school’s curriculum and exam specifications.
* Implement effective classroom management strategies to maintain a focused, respectful learning environment.
* Differentiate lessons and resources to meet the needs of mixed-ability groups, including SEND and EAL learners.
* Use a range of assessment methods to monitor progress, track attainment, and inform future planning.
* Provide timely, constructive feedback to students to support their academic development and literacy skills.
* Integrate educational technology into teaching to enhance engagement, independent learning, and assessment.
* Contribute to the ongoing review and development of the English curriculum and schemes of work.
* Participate in departmental meetings, moderation activities, and whole-school initiatives related to teaching and learning.
Key Requirements:
* Proven experience teaching English within a secondary school setting in the UK.
* Strong classroom management skills with the ability to establish clear routines and high expectations.
* Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver differentiated lessons for diverse learner needs.
* Confident in designing and using formative and summative assessments to drive pupil progress.
* Skilled in providing clear, actionable feedback that supports student improvement.
* Competent user of educational technology (e.g. interactive whiteboards, learning platforms, online assessment tools).
* Strong subject knowledge in English language and literature across relevant Key Stages.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Desirable Skills:
* Experience teaching GCSE English and, where applicable, A-Level English.
* Familiarity with current UK educational frameworks, inspection criteria, and literacy initiatives.
* Experience contributing to curriculum development or leading specific units or projects.
* Ability to support extracurricular activities related to English, such as reading clubs or drama.
Qualifications:
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognised UK teaching qualification in Secondary Education.
* Degree in English or a closely related subject.
* Evidence of ongoing professional development in teaching, assessment, or educational technology (preferred).
All appointment are subject to:
How to apply:
For further information, please contact the team today on 0330 1244 363 or email us enquiries@matrecruitment.com
This recruitment process is carried out in accordance with MAT Recruitment Ltd's Safer Recruitment Policy, the REC Education Audit Framework (Placement 2020) and Keeping Safe in Education (2025).
About the Role:
In this role, you will plan and deliver engaging English lessons across Key Stages, ensuring all students are challenged and supported to achieve their potential. You will play a key part in raising attainment, contributing to curriculum development, and maintaining a positive, purposeful classroom environment. Your work will directly influence student progress, literacy standards, and wider whole-school priorities.
Key Responsibilities:
* Plan and deliver high-quality English lessons aligned with the school’s curriculum and exam specifications.
* Implement effective classroom management strategies to maintain a focused, respectful learning environment.
* Differentiate lessons and resources to meet the needs of mixed-ability groups, including SEND and EAL learners.
* Use a range of assessment methods to monitor progress, track attainment, and inform future planning.
* Provide timely, constructive feedback to students to support their academic development and literacy skills.
* Integrate educational technology into teaching to enhance engagement, independent learning, and assessment.
* Contribute to the ongoing review and development of the English curriculum and schemes of work.
* Participate in departmental meetings, moderation activities, and whole-school initiatives related to teaching and learning.
Key Requirements:
* Proven experience teaching English within a secondary school setting in the UK.
* Strong classroom management skills with the ability to establish clear routines and high expectations.
* Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver differentiated lessons for diverse learner needs.
* Confident in designing and using formative and summative assessments to drive pupil progress.
* Skilled in providing clear, actionable feedback that supports student improvement.
* Competent user of educational technology (e.g. interactive whiteboards, learning platforms, online assessment tools).
* Strong subject knowledge in English language and literature across relevant Key Stages.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Desirable Skills:
* Experience teaching GCSE English and, where applicable, A-Level English.
* Familiarity with current UK educational frameworks, inspection criteria, and literacy initiatives.
* Experience contributing to curriculum development or leading specific units or projects.
* Ability to support extracurricular activities related to English, such as reading clubs or drama.
Qualifications:
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognised UK teaching qualification in Secondary Education.
* Degree in English or a closely related subject.
* Evidence of ongoing professional development in teaching, assessment, or educational technology (preferred).
Safeguarding & Safer Recruitment
MAT Recruitment and our partner schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.All appointment are subject to:
- Enhanced DBS (including barred list check)
- Identity and Right to Work verification
- Two satisfactory reference confirming suitability to work with children
- Verification of qualifications
- Online searches for shortlisted candidates as part of our safer recruitment process (KCSIE 2025)
- Clarification of any employment gaps
How to apply:
Please complete our online application form — CVs alone will not be accepted.
For further information, please contact the team today on 0330 1244 363 or email us enquiries@matrecruitment.com
This recruitment process is carried out in accordance with MAT Recruitment Ltd's Safer Recruitment Policy, the REC Education Audit Framework (Placement 2020) and Keeping Safe in Education (2025).