English Graduate (£24,066)

This English graduate opportunity is offered as an “Earn, while you teach & learn” route – a salaried Schools Direct scheme.

Key points about the scheme

• Paid position on the Unqualified Teacher (UQT) scale (most commonly UQ1)
• Employed directly by a school from day one
• Higher initial teaching load, typically around 15 periods per week
• Teaching load gradually increases to approximately 20 periods per week
• One dedicated training day per week
• Opportunity to gain QTS with PGCE (optional opt-out available if required)
• Working at one school throughout – avoiding any conflict in different teaching styles (reduces stress on teacher)

One of the schools is looking for an Aspiring English Teacher to join their secondary school this September 2026. This is a full‑time, term‑time only position with the school employing you directly.

You will be working across the English department, supporting KS3-4 lessons, while having a focus on attainment and the quality of learning. This is the perfect opportunity if you’re an aspiring English teacher looking to gain experience before enrolling onto teacher training.

Qualifications

• English Language and Literature
• Creative Writing
• English and Creative Writing
• English Literature and Creative Writing
• English Language and Linguistics
• TESOL / English Language Teaching
• Education Studies and English
• English and Drama
• English Literature and Drama
• English and Theatre Studies
• English and Film Studies
• English and Media
• English and Journalism
• Journalism / Media and Communications

Job Description

• Working across KS3-4 with a focus on raising attainment
• Carrying out GCSE & A Level interventions
• Enrolling onto the Aspiring English Teacher Program (Schools Direct)
• September 2026 start – full time & permanent
• Salaries dependent on experience and skillset, on a scale from £24,066 to £36,718
• Located in Hertfordshire, Potters Bar

Person Specification

• Must have a desirable degree from the above subjects from a reputable university
• Good A Levels & GCSEs across the board
• Must be confident in your ability and knowledge of both the GCSE & A Level curriculum
• Must be able to engage and motivate students
• Commitment and ambition to succeed is key throughout

School Details

• Rapidly improving, Good-rated school across all areas (Ofsted 2024), with a clear upward trajectory and strong leadership driving consistent progress
• A values‑driven culture (Knowledge, Aspiration, Respect) with high expectations for both staff and students, creating a purposeful and academic environment
• Strong focus on behaviour and routines, with Ofsted highlighting that behaviour has improved significantly and pupils are respectful and safe
• Genuine commitment to staff development and teaching quality, with investment in training and subject expertise across the trust
• A knowledge‑rich curriculum designed to build long‑term understanding and prepare students for top universities, apprenticeships, and future careers
• Offers the best of both worlds: large enough for strong resources and opportunities, but small enough to know every student individually, creating a close‑knit community feel
• Located in Hertfordshire, Potters Bar

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