• English
  • Dudley
  • £164 - £268 / a day
  • Job Area: Dudley

English Teacher – Dudley

Job Description

🧑‍🏫 English Teacher – Opportunity in a Supportive Secondary School (Dudley Area)

Start Date: September 2026
Location: Dudley
Contract: Full-time / Part-time
Pay: Competitive, based on experience

About the Role

A number of secondary schools across Dudley are working with Zest Education to recruit enthusiastic English Teachers for short-term or long-term opportunities starting in September 2026.

These schools are known for their supportive staff cultures and commitment to high-quality teaching, providing excellent environments for teachers to inspire students and further develop their experience. The roles would suit passionate educators who are confident delivering engaging English lessons, fostering a positive learning atmosphere, and helping students achieve their full potential.

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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🌐 Website: https://www.zesteducation.co.uk/
🐦 Twitter: @Zest_Education
📘 Facebook: https://en-gb.facebook.com/ZESTEDUCATION
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/zest-education/

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Job Details

  • English
  • Dudley
  • £164 - £268 / a day
  • Job Area: Dudley

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