English Teacher (QTS)

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English Teacher (QTS) - Southampton

Prospero Teaching is looking for an experienced and committed Qualified English Teacher to join a secondary school in Southampton to cover a period of staff absence. The role begins Monday 13th April and is expected to run for approximately ten weeks, covering the summer term.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated English specialist who can step confidently into a full‑time timetable, deliver strong lessons, and support pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4. You will take on full teacher responsibilities including planning, marking, assessment and departmental participation.

The Role:

Teach English Language and Literature across KS3 & KS4
Deliver engaging, well‑structured lessons aligned with departmental schemes of work
Complete full planning, marking, assessments and feedback
Support pupils of varying abilities to make progress
Maintain strong behaviour expectations and a positive classroom climate
Work closely with the English department during the cover period

Ideal Candidate:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - essential
Strong subject knowledge in English Language & Literature
Experience teaching KS3 & KS4
Confident with planning and marking
A reliable and adaptable classroom practitioner
Someone ready to start 13th April and commit to the full 10‑week period

Contract Details:

Position: English Teacher (QTS) - Long‑Term Cover
Location: Southampton
Start Date: Monday 13th April
Contract Length: Approx. 10 weeks
Hours: Full‑time (Monday-Friday)
Salary: £32,916 - £51,047 per annum (paid to scale)
Key Stages: KS3-KS4

Experience, Training & Safeguarding:

QTS/QTLS required
English teaching experience in secondary schools
Up‑to‑date safeguarding training (can be provided)

Eligibility:

Right to work in the UK
Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
Two recent teaching references

What Prospero Teaching Offers:

Free accredited CPD including safeguarding & behaviour management
A dedicated consultant for ongoing support throughout placement
Smooth interview and onboarding process
Opportunities to access future long‑term and permanent rolesIf you're an English Teacher available from 13th April and looking for a full‑time role for the remainder of the term, we'd love to hear from you.

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Location:
Southampton
Salary:
£32,916 - £51,047 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Education

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