English Teacher

Start Date: After May Half Term 2026 Contract: Full-time, Maternity Cover until December 2026 Location: Andover area Pay: £160 – £250 per day (dependent on experience)

This is a forward‑thinking secondary school serving the Andover community. The school is part of a well‑established multi‑academy trust and is known for its strong values‑driven culture. Its ethos centres on helping students become ambitious, inquisitive and independent learners, supported by a safe and inclusive environment where every young person is known, valued and encouraged to succeed.

The school places a strong emphasis on:

• High aspirations and purposeful learning
• Encouraging curiosity, active engagement and creative thinking
• Developing independence, resilience and self‑belief
• Strong pastoral support and positive relationships across the community
• A broad curriculum enriched by opportunities beyond the classroom

We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic English Teacher to join the school for a maternity cover beginning after May half term and running until December 2026.

You will teach English across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, delivering engaging lessons that support students in developing strong literacy skills, analytical thinking and a love of reading and writing. You will be joining a supportive English department within a school that values high‑quality teaching, structured curriculum pathways and a collaborative staff culture.

This is a full‑time teaching commitment for the duration of the maternity cover.

We would love to hear from you if you:

• Hold QTS or an equivalent teaching qualification
• Have recent experience teaching English in UK secondary schools
• Can confidently deliver the KS3–KS4 English curriculum
• Demonstrate strong classroom management and organisational skills
• Are passionate about fostering students’ enthusiasm for literature and language
• Work well as part of a supportive, values‑driven team

• Competitive daily rates: £160–£250 per day
• A stable, long‑term maternity cover position
• A caring, student‑centred environment with strong pastoral systems
• A behaviour culture built on mutual trust and respect
• Access to a broad curriculum and enrichment opportunities
• Supportive leadership and ongoing professional development

To apply or request further information, contact Daniel on 02380 230340 or email your CV.

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