Teacher of English - Full Time - Farnborough

June 2026 - June 2027 | Experienced English Teacher | Excellent Behaviour Management | Secondary School | Maternity Cover

Teaching Personnel are supporting a successful secondary school in Farnborough seeking an enthusiastic and committed Teacher of English to join them full‑time from June 2026 to June 2027 for maternity cover. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practitioner with strong behaviour management and a passion for delivering exceptional English teaching.

About the School

The school is highly regarded within the local community for its strong values, positive culture and commitment to high standards. Staff describe it as a friendly, collaborative place to work, where colleagues support one another and share a collective ambition to help students reach their full potential.

Students show consistently positive attitudes towards learning. They engage well in lessons, respect staff and respond positively to structure and routine. The school continues to improve year on year, driven by high expectations, mutual respect and a clear focus on academic success.

The English Department

The English faculty is a high‑performing, well‑resourced team with dedicated teaching spaces and strong leadership. The department benefits from a stable staff group who collaborate closely to plan engaging, creative lessons across English Language and English Literature.

A culture of shared planning, innovation and professional development ensures a consistent, high‑quality experience for all students.

The Role - Teacher of English

The school is looking for an experienced English Teacher who can bring energy, expertise and a passion for language and literature. The ideal candidate will:

Demonstrate excellent subject knowledge across English Language and English Literature
Maintain confident, effective behaviour management
Deliver engaging, inclusive and challenging lessons
Set high expectations and motivate students to exceed them
Bring creativity to teaching and drive strong progress at exam level
Enjoy being part of a supportive, reflective and forward‑thinking department
Show resilience, enthusiasm and a genuine commitment to student growth
This is a full‑time maternity cover role, perfect for an experienced teacher who can make a strong and immediate impact.

What the School Offers

Joining this school means benefiting from:

Excellent student behaviour and a calm learning environment
A positive, welcoming and professional staff team
Strong focus on staff wellbeing and healthy workload
High‑quality CPD and leadership development opportunities
Access to coaching, mentoring and ongoing career progression
A structured environment that supports professional growth
Wellbeing services and pastoral support for staff
School visits are encouraged and can be arranged through Teaching Personnel.

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How to Apply

If you are a passionate and experienced Teacher of English ready to contribute to a thriving, forward‑thinking school, we encourage you to apply today.

Inspire — and be inspired — in a school where both staff and students flourish.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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