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English Teacher
Full-Time Long-Term Opportunity November 2026 Start Available
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a successful and supportive secondary school in Oxfordshire for an enthusiastic and dedicated English Teacher.
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate English specialist to join a thriving department and inspire students through engaging lessons in both English Language and English Literature.
Our client is a large and successful 11–18 secondary school with sixth form, serving over 1,500 students. The school is part of a well-established multi-academy trust and is committed to delivering high-quality education alongside excellent pastoral support.
In its most recent Ofsted inspection, the school was judged Good across all key areas, including:
- Quality of Education
- Behaviour and Attitudes
- Personal Development
- Leadership and Management
- Sixth Form Provision
Inspectors highlighted the school's positive culture, strong leadership, and commitment to helping students achieve their full potential.
Duties as English Teacher:
- Teach English Language and Literature across Key Stages 3 and 4
- Deliver engaging and challenging lessons
- Support students in developing literacy, analytical, and critical thinking skills
- Assess, monitor, and track student progress
- Prepare students for GCSE examinations
- Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement
- Contribute positively to the wider English department
Ideal English Teacher:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
- Experience teaching English within a secondary school setting
- Strong subject knowledge across English Language and Literature
- Excellent classroom management skills
- Ability to engage and motivate students of all abilities
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Why Class Act?
With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment. Class Act is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Class Act are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one. Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. Recommend a friend to receive a £50 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000 – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today!