English Teacher
Recruitment agency
- Permanent
- £45,000
- Posted 30 Jul 2026
- Ref b677993a
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At a glance
This English Teacher role is based in United Kingdom. The position is permanent and pays £45,000.
Job summary
- Salary
- £45,000
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Contract
- Permanent
- Employer type
- Recruitment agency
- Advertised by
- Dovetail And Slate Limited (recruitment agency)
- Source
- Adzuna feed
- Job reference
- 5817558459
About the role
English Lecturers / Teachers - A Level, GCSE & Functional Skills
Location: West Midlands
Contract: Full-time / Part-time / Temporary & Permanent opportunities
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Start Date: ASAP / September starts available
We are currently recruiting English Lecturers and Teachers across the West Midlands to deliver A Level, GCSE, and Functional Skills English within schools and FE colleges. Whether you specialise in academic pathways or resit provision, we have opportunities to suit your experience.
The Role
You will deliver high-quality English teaching across A Level, GCSE, and/or Functional Skills, supporting learners to achieve strong outcomes and progress into further education, apprenticeships, or employment.
Key responsibilities include:
• Plan and deliver engaging English lessons across your specialism
• Teach A Level, GCSE and/or Functional Skills English
• Differentiate lessons to support mixed-ability and resit learners
• Assess progress and provide clear, constructive feedback
• Support learners with exam preparation, coursework, and confidence building
• Contribute to curriculum delivery and departmental success
• Maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment
Essential Requirements
• QTS, QTLS, PGCE, or equivalent teaching qualification
• Experience teaching A Level, GCSE or Functional Skills English
• Strong subject knowledge (Language and/or Literature)
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain)
Desirable
• Experience within Further Education or Sixth Form settings
• Strong results with GCSE resit learners
• Ability to teach across multiple levels (FS, GCSE, A Level)
What's on Offer
• Opportunities across high-performing schools and FE colleges
• Flexible working options (permanent, temporary, part-time)
• Competitive pay rates and salary packages
• Supportive departments and leadership teams
• Access to modern facilities and teaching resources
• Ongoing CPD and career progression opportunities
Ready to Apply?
If you're a passionate English Teacher looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch to explore suitable roles.
Important Notice
Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities.
We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education .
Dovetail and Slate Ltd (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
We are an equal opportunities employer. By applying, you consent to your data being processed for recruitment purposes in line with our Privacy Policy.
Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency.
About Dovetail And Slate Limited
The hiring school is not disclosed on this advert. This vacancy is being managed by Dovetail And Slate Limited; contact the agency directly for further details about the school and role.
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Trust & transparency
- Posted
- 30/07/2026
- Last checked
- 30/07/2026
- Job reference
- b677993a
- Advertised by
- Dovetail And Slate Limited
- Original source
- Adzuna feed · #5817558459
- Expires
- 28/09/2026
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