English Teacher (QTS) – Secondary School

Location: Manchester

Agency: Astro Education

Contract: Long-term, full-time

Key Stages: KS3 & KS4

Requirements: QTS qualified | ECTs welcome

Are you a passionate English Teacher looking for your next opportunity in Manchester?

Astro Education is working with a secondary school in the Manchester area to recruit a dedicated and enthusiastic English Teacher for a long-term, full-time position.

We are looking for a confident and knowledgeable teacher who can deliver engaging English lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, inspire a love of reading and writing, and support students in achieving their full academic potential.

This is a full teaching role, with responsibility for lesson planning, preparation, delivery, assessment and marking. The successful candidate will be confident taking ownership of their classes, maintaining high standards and creating a positive learning environment where students are encouraged to succeed.

Experienced teachers are encouraged to apply, and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are also welcome.

The Role

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging English lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Teach English Language and English Literature in line with curriculum requirements.
• Prepare KS4 students for GCSE English examinations.
• Take responsibility for lesson planning, assessment, marking and providing constructive feedback.
• Monitor student progress and adapt teaching to support different abilities and learning needs.
• Develop students' reading, writing, speaking and analytical skills.
• Maintain strong classroom and behaviour management.
• Create an inclusive and stimulating learning environment that encourages participation and independent thinking.
• Work collaboratively with the English department and wider school team.
• Contribute to raising attainment and improving students' confidence and engagement in English.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), or is an ECT working towards completing their induction.
• Has experience teaching English in a UK secondary school, with ECTs also encouraged to apply.
• Is confident teaching across KS3 and KS4.
• Has strong subject knowledge in English Language and English Literature.
• Is confident with lesson planning, marking and assessment.
• Demonstrates effective classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Can deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that challenge and motivate students.
• Is organised, adaptable and committed to raising student achievement.
• Builds positive relationships with students and colleagues.
• Is reliable, professional and enthusiastic about making a difference.

We're looking for a teacher who can bring English to life, inspire students to develop their communication skills and help them build the confidence they need to succeed both academically and beyond the classroom.

About Astro Education

At Astro Education, our mission is to connect great schools with great people.

We believe in ethical recruitment, transparency and building long-term relationships with schools and educators. We work closely with secondary schools across Manchester and the surrounding areas, taking the time to understand the needs of both our schools and candidates to ensure the right people are placed in the right environments.

Our experienced education recruitment team is committed to supporting teachers throughout the recruitment process and helping them find opportunities that suit their experience, skills and career goals.

What You'll Get With Astro Education

• Long-term opportunities: Access to full-time and ongoing teaching positions.
• Competitive pay: Salary or daily rates based on experience and the role's requirements.
• Dedicated support: A dedicated point of contact throughout your placement.
• Local opportunities: Access to secondary schools across Manchester and surrounding areas.
• Career development: Opportunities to build your experience and develop your teaching career.
• ECT opportunities: Support in finding suitable teaching positions to progress your career.
• Ethical recruitment: A transparent, honest and supportive recruitment process.

Interested?

If you're a QTS-qualified English Teacher looking for a long-term, full-time opportunity in Manchester, we'd love to hear from you.

Whether you're an experienced teacher seeking your next challenge or an ECT looking to develop your career in a secondary school, Astro Education can help connect you with opportunities that match your skills and ambitions.

Apply today to speak with the Astro Education team and take the next step in your teaching career!