English Teacher – Dudley

Start Date: April 2026
Location: Dudley & surrounding areas
Contract: Full-time / Part-time
Pay: Competitive, based on experience

About the Role

Zest Education is supporting a well-regarded secondary school in the Dudley area that is seeking an enthusiastic English Teacher for a long term placement from April 2026. The school is known for its supportive staff culture and commitment to high‑quality teaching, making this an excellent environment to inspire students and further develop your teaching experience.

This opportunity would suit a passionate teacher who is confident delivering engaging English lessons and creating a positive learning atmosphere.

You Will:

• Plan and deliver high‑quality English lessons aligned with the national curriculum
• Create an engaging and well‑structured classroom environment
• Assess student progress through classwork, assignments, and tests
• Provide constructive feedback and personalised support
• Maintain strong classroom management and consistent behaviour expectations

What We’re Looking For:

• PGCE or equivalent UK teaching qualification with QTS or QTLS
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to teach KS3–KS4 confidently (KS5 desirable but not essential)
• Experience teaching English at secondary level
• Effective lesson planning, delivery, and marking skills

Planning and marking apply only to short‑term or long‑term placements.

Why Join Zest Education?

You’ll benefit from:

• A consultant who works closely with this school and understands their needs
• A role matched to your experience, strengths, and teaching style
• Competitive pay
• Ongoing support and access to CPD opportunities

Interested?

For more information or to apply, contact Abigail:
📩 abigail@zesteducation.co.uk

Or click ‘Apply for job’ at the top of this page.

Safeguarding

Zest Education is an APSCo‑audited agency committed to safeguarding children. All candidates must:

• Hold an Enhanced DBS (or be willing for us to process one)
• Be registered on the DBS Update Service
• Provide references covering the past two years
• Pass all safeguarding checks

💼 Salary dependent on experience, training, and qualifications.
📚 Applicants must have recent school‑based or care‑based experience within the last 5 years.
📝 This is a temporary supply role.

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