English Teacher

Cobham, Kent
8 months ago
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Job Title: English Teacher
Location: Gravesend
Start Date: Immediate Start
Salary: £206 - £252 per day

Are you passionate about the power of language and literature?
Do you want to help students in Gravesend unlock their potential through the English curriculum?
Are you a confident classroom leader with a drive to make a difference?

At TeacherActive, we’re proud to work in close partnership with a wide network of Secondary Schools in the Gravesend area. As demand for skilled educators continues to grow, we’re looking for enthusiastic and qualified English Teachers – including both experienced professionals and Early Career Teachers – to fill a variety of roles on a day-to-day, long-term, or permanent basis.

Whether you’re looking for flexibility, a fresh start, or a supportive step into your first teaching role, we’re here to help you find the perfect match. With our hands-on understanding of both education and recruitment, our consultants will support you every step of the way.

What makes an excellent English Teacher?

Are you creative in your approach to teaching literature and language?

Can you spark curiosity and confidence in students aged 11–16+?

Are you committed to maintaining high standards in and out of the classroom?

To thrive in this English Teacher role, you’ll need:

QTS with a specialism in English (ECTs are highly encouraged to apply!)

Experience teaching English up to Key Stage 4 (KS4)

Strong classroom and behaviour management skills

A passion for helping young people succeed in both spoken and written communication

Why work with TeacherActive in Gravesend?

Access to immediate start teaching roles – no need to wait for the new academic year!

A dedicated consultant team with classroom and recruitment experience, available 24/7

Flexibility to work when and where suits you

Guaranteed Payment Scheme (terms apply)

CPD courses and career-boosting certificates through our My-Progression channel

Competitive rates of pay that reward your expertise

A £100 referral bonus when you recommend a teacher or TA (terms apply)

Transparent PAYE pay – no hidden admin fees or umbrella companies

This is your opportunity to teach what you love and inspire the next generation of readers, writers, and thinkers — all while building a rewarding teaching career in the heart of Gravesend.

Ready to join a supportive team and make an impact as an English Teacher?
Click ‘APPLY NOW’ and we’ll be in touch to discuss your next steps.

Email: lillie.warburton
Call: (phone number removed)

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services

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