Jobtitle: Teacher of English

Location: Darlington 

Startdate: ASAP 

Duration: Long-term 

A well-regarded secondary school in Darlington is looking for a passionate and creative English Teacher to join the team ASAP. 

This is a school with strong leadership, clear routines, and a positive learning culture where teachers are supported to do what they do best. The English department is well-established and collaborative, with a real focus on building confident readers, writers, and communicators.

If you’re an English specialist looking for a supportive school where your ideas and classroom presence will be valued, this could be a brilliant next step.

As an English Teacher, you will:

• Teach English across KS3 and KS4
• Deliver engaging and well-structured lessons
• Support students of varying abilities to achieve strong outcomes
• Prepare students for GCSE exams with clear guidance and support
• Mark work and provide constructive, meaningful feedback
• Maintain a calm, purposeful, and well-managed classroom environment

You’ll play a key role in helping students build confidence in literacy and communication.

What This School Is Like

Staff working here benefit from:

• Strong routines and consistent behaviour systems
• Supportive and visible senior leadership
• A collaborative and well-organised English department
• High expectations with strong staff support
• A positive and purposeful learning environment

It’s the kind of school where teachers can focus on teaching, not constant firefighting.

Who This Role Suits

This role is ideal for:

• Qualified English Teachers (QTS or equivalent)
• Early Career Teachers looking for a supportive start
• Experienced teachers seeking a fresh opportunity
• Educators who value structure, teamwork, and strong leadership
• Teachers who can inspire and challenge learners

Pay & Benefits

• Weekly pay, no umbrella company deductions
• September start
• Genuine opportunity for a permanent contract
• FREE access to our CPD Academy
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant who keeps things straightforward

If you are interested in the role, please press 'apply now' and a consultant will be in touch with further details on the role. 

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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