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Qualified English Teacher
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- Taunton
- Contract
- Full Time
- £32,916 - £45,352 Per Annum
Job Description
Job Title: English Teacher
Location: Taunton, Somerset
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: Paid to Scale from Day One (MPS/UPS)
Are you an inspiring English Teacher who can ignite a passion for literature and language in young people?
Would you love to join a welcoming secondary school where your wellbeing, professional development and career progression are genuinely valued?
Are you looking for a permanent English Teacher role where you'll be paid to scale from your very first day and be supported to achieve your full potential?
TeacherActive is delighted to be working in partnership with a thriving and highly supportive secondary school in Taunton that is looking to appoint a talented English Teacher on a permanent basis from September 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a friendly, collaborative school community where staff are genuinely valued, supported and encouraged to develop throughout their careers. With a strong focus on wellbeing, high-quality teaching and excellent student outcomes, this school provides an environment where both teachers and students flourish.
The successful English Teacher will join a passionate and forward-thinking English department, delivering engaging and creative lessons across KS3 and KS4. This permanent position offers the opportunity to make a real difference to students' lives while working alongside experienced colleagues who are committed to sharing ideas, supporting one another and continually improving teaching and learning. Whether you are an experienced English Teacher or an Early Career Teacher, you will receive the support and encouragement needed to succeed.
The successful English Teacher will have:
• QTS with an English specialism (ECTs are warmly encouraged to apply)
• Experience teaching English across KS3 and KS4
• Excellent classroom management and behaviour management skills
• The ability to deliver engaging, creative and differentiated lessons that inspire learners
• High expectations of student achievement and a genuine passion for English
• Excellent communication, organisational and teamwork skills
In return, you can expect to receive:
• A permanent teaching position from September 2026
• Paid to your full Teacher Pay Scale from day one
• A welcoming, inclusive and supportive school with an exceptional leadership team
• A collaborative English department with excellent mentoring and peer support
• Outstanding CPD opportunities and genuine career progression pathways
• A school that places staff wellbeing at the heart of everything it does
• Well-resourced classrooms and a positive learning environment where you can focus on teaching
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact on students' academic success and confidence
This is an exciting opportunity for an English Teacher to join a school that truly invests in its staff. If you're looking for a role where you'll feel valued, supported and inspired every day, we'd love to hear from you.
Click APPLY NOW and I'll be in touch to discuss this fantastic opportunity in more detail.
Email:
Tel: (phone number removed)
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment
Location: Taunton, Somerset
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: Paid to Scale from Day One (MPS/UPS)
Are you an inspiring English Teacher who can ignite a passion for literature and language in young people?
Would you love to join a welcoming secondary school where your wellbeing, professional development and career progression are genuinely valued?
Are you looking for a permanent English Teacher role where you'll be paid to scale from your very first day and be supported to achieve your full potential?
TeacherActive is delighted to be working in partnership with a thriving and highly supportive secondary school in Taunton that is looking to appoint a talented English Teacher on a permanent basis from September 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a friendly, collaborative school community where staff are genuinely valued, supported and encouraged to develop throughout their careers. With a strong focus on wellbeing, high-quality teaching and excellent student outcomes, this school provides an environment where both teachers and students flourish.
The successful English Teacher will join a passionate and forward-thinking English department, delivering engaging and creative lessons across KS3 and KS4. This permanent position offers the opportunity to make a real difference to students' lives while working alongside experienced colleagues who are committed to sharing ideas, supporting one another and continually improving teaching and learning. Whether you are an experienced English Teacher or an Early Career Teacher, you will receive the support and encouragement needed to succeed.
The successful English Teacher will have:
• QTS with an English specialism (ECTs are warmly encouraged to apply)
• Experience teaching English across KS3 and KS4
• Excellent classroom management and behaviour management skills
• The ability to deliver engaging, creative and differentiated lessons that inspire learners
• High expectations of student achievement and a genuine passion for English
• Excellent communication, organisational and teamwork skills
In return, you can expect to receive:
• A permanent teaching position from September 2026
• Paid to your full Teacher Pay Scale from day one
• A welcoming, inclusive and supportive school with an exceptional leadership team
• A collaborative English department with excellent mentoring and peer support
• Outstanding CPD opportunities and genuine career progression pathways
• A school that places staff wellbeing at the heart of everything it does
• Well-resourced classrooms and a positive learning environment where you can focus on teaching
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact on students' academic success and confidence
This is an exciting opportunity for an English Teacher to join a school that truly invests in its staff. If you're looking for a role where you'll feel valued, supported and inspired every day, we'd love to hear from you.
Click APPLY NOW and I'll be in touch to discuss this fantastic opportunity in more detail.
Email:
Tel: (phone number removed)
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment