SECONDARY ENGLISH TEACHER

Location: Aylesbury
Start: September 2026
Full Time: Temporary to Permanent
Salary: £29,344–£44,919

Students don’t improve their writing by doing more of it.
They improve when they’re shown how to do it properly.

As a Secondary English Teacher, you will guide KS3 and KS4 students in developing reading, writing, and analytical skills through structured and clear teaching.

Key responsibilities
Teach English Language and Literature
Develop reading comprehension and writing skills
Model structured written responses
Support students with exam preparation
Track progress and provide feedback
Maintain clear classroom routines

The classroom environment
Lessons are structured and focused
Students understand expectations
Writing improves over time
Behaviour is calm and consistent

Skills and experience
Experience teaching English or strong subject knowledge
Clear explanation and modelling skills
Strong classroom management
Organisation and planning

What success looks like
Improved written work
Greater confidence in reading and analysis
Consistent progress across students

QTS is desirable; unqualified teachers are welcome to apply, particularly those with strong English or humanities backgrounds

Supply Desk can offer you:

• Competitive rates of pay
• Recommend a friend bonus scheme
• Out of hours on-call service
• Day to day or long-term assignments

Please contact Eliza on (phone number removed) for more information and Apply Below

Supply Desk offer a £100 ‘Golden Hello’ for anyone who introduces a teacher/teaching assistant. Get in touch for further details.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) check which must be maintained throughout the period of employment and meet Safer Recruitment standards.