Job Title: English Teacher – Secondary School
Location: Tower Hamlets
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term
Start Date: September
Do you believe in the power of words to shape young minds?
An ambitious and inclusive secondary school in Tower Hamlets is on the lookout for a motivated English Teacher to join their team from September. This full-time, long-term role is ideal for someone who is passionate about literature, language, and unlocking student potential through engaging and inspiring English lessons.
Your Role:
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Teach English Language and Literature across Key Stages 3 and 4
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Create dynamic lessons that promote critical thinking and creativity
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Track student progress and implement strategies to close learning gaps
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Foster a supportive, respectful classroom environment that promotes engagement
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Take part in departmental planning, marking, and whole-school initiatives
Who We’re Looking For:
✔ A qualified teacher with QTS (or an equivalent UK teaching qualification)
✔ Proven experience teaching English in a secondary school setting
✔ Strong classroom presence and the ability to motivate and manage students effectively
✔ A passion for storytelling, literature, and developing literacy skills
✔ A collaborative mindset and a commitment to high standards of teaching and learning
What You’ll Get from Us:
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Competitive weekly pay via PAYE — no umbrella deductions
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FREE CPD courses and access to an online learning library
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Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant who knows your local schools
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Access to opportunities that suit your experience and goals
Sound like your next step?
Click Apply Now or give us a call on 020 4515 1281 to speak with our team.
Prefer email? Reach out to ozan.topbas@protocol-education.com to find out more about this opportunity or others across Tower Hamlets.
Applicants must hold the appropriate teaching qualifications and legal right to work in the UK. Please visit the Protocol Education website for more details.
The quoted pay rate includes 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This position is initially temporary, with the possibility of a permanent contract.
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All applicants must complete a full enhanced DBS check and online screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education. We also offer free training in Safeguarding and Prevent Duty to all our educators.
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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.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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