English Teacher – Secondary – Leeds
Leeds | Full-time | ️ September start or ASAP | £150–£250/day (depending on experience)
Love a well-placed metaphor? You’ll feel right at home.
We’re working with a welcoming secondary school in Leeds that’s on the lookout for a passionate English Teacher to join their team this September—or sooner, if you’re ready to jump in. The school celebrates creativity, collaboration, and student voice, with a strong focus on building confident communicators.
Whether you're into classic lit or contemporary spoken word, if you can make English lessons land with impact, this could be your next chapter.
What’s on offer:
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Supportive SLT and a friendly English department
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Clear behaviour policies that actually work
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Collaborative planning and lively schemes of work
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CPD and career progression opportunities
What you’ll be doing:
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Teaching KS3 and KS4 English with clarity and flair
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Helping students build confidence in reading, writing, and speaking
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Creating a positive, inclusive classroom where every voice matters
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Using assessment and feedback to drive student progress
You’ll need:
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UK QTS or equivalent secondary teaching qualification
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Experience teaching English across KS3 (KS4 experience is a big plus)
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Strong classroom presence and a real love of language
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A warm, inclusive approach—and a good sense of humour never hurts
Why work with Protocol?
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Weekly PAYE pay—no umbrella deductions
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A consultant who listens and supports you properly
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FREE access to our CPD Academy
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Local roles that suit your style and availability
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Refer a friend and earn rewards
Sound like your next story? Apply now or get in touch to find out more. Let’s turn the page on something brilliant
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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.
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