English Teacher Job at Randstad (Eltham)

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic Qualified English Teacher (QTS) to join our partner secondary school in Eltham (Royal Borough of Greenwich). As a trusted education agency, Randstad is managing this full-time placement to ensure an exceptional standard of learning is maintained throughout the assignment. This position offers an immediate start and is ideal for an experienced teacher seeking standard-to-scale daily pay without long-term permanent commitments, or an ECT looking to gain valuable experience within a highly collaborative, forward-thinking English department.

Job Responsibility

Curriculum Excellence: Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality English Language and Literature lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, fostering a deep appreciation for the subject
GCSE Preparation: Support and guide Year 11 cohorts through their exam specifications, utilising targeted interventions and detailed feedback to maximise student confidence and results
Inclusive Adaptive Teaching: Tailor classroom resources to challenge high-attaining pupils while providing clear scaffolding and support for students with SEN or differing literacy levels
Classroom Management: Establish positive, respectful relationships with new classes quickly, maintaining an organised, focused, and safe environment for learning
Assessment & Collaboration: Carry out all necessary planning, marking, and assessment duties, working in close alignment with departmental colleagues to ensure consistent progress tracking

Requirements

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) / QTLS: Mandatory. A degree in English Literature, Language, or a closely related discipline
Agency-Ready Adaptability: The professional confidence to hit the ground running, integrate seamlessly into a new school community, and capably manage a full-time timetable
Strong Specification Knowledge: A thorough understanding of the current UK National Curriculum and standard GCSE exam boards (e.g., AQA, Edexcel)
Passion for Communication: A genuine enthusiasm for literacy and oracy that inspires young people to become confident communicators and critical thinkers
Compliance: An enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service (or a willingness to process a new one via Randstad)

Nice to have

121 teaching experience
ability to communicate with parents
ability to work well under pressure
able to inspire
be a role model
building rapport with children
career driven
communication
effective discipline
empathy
engaging
excellent time management
FMS experience
good behaviour management skills
good classroom management
good communication skills
good sense of humour
high expectations
keen to contribute to the life of the school
key stage 3 experience
key stage 4 experience
key stage 5 experience
knowledge of A-level specification
knowledge of curriculum
knowledge of GCSE specification
knowledge of subject
motivated
partake in extra curricular activities
passion for education
SEN experience
set clear objectives
SIMS experience
sixth form experience
teaching assistant experience
team player
work well autonomously
years 7-11 experience

What we offer

Pay £140 - £150 per day
Local London Network: Benefit from our established relationships with top-tier secondary schools and academies across Eltham, Greenwich, and the South East London area
Continuous Professional Growth: Elevate your credentials with free access to our library of certified CPD courses, including advanced behavior management and safeguarding
A Dedicated Consultant: Work directly with Neeraj, your specialist consultant at Randstad, who will manage your compliance, streamline your vetting, and support you throughout this placement
Referral Rewards: Earn a £300 voucher as a thank you for every qualified teacher or education professional you successfully refer to our agency
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