English Teacher

Permanent

part-time

job

recruited via Veritas (London, UK)

Job Reference English25_1770386213

Closing date March 9, 2026

Location Wakefield, United Kingdom

Type

Part-Time

Status

Permanent

Contact Roscoe Price Moor

+64 273124286

rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Veritas Education is working in partnership with a well-regarded secondary school in the Wakefield area to recruit an enthusiastic and dedicated English Teacher. This role is suitable for an experienced practitioner or an ECT looking to develop their career in a supportive environment.

The successful candidate will deliver engaging English lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning and progress in line with the Department for Education's professional expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality English lessons that inspire, challenge, and motivate pupils.
• Assess, track, and monitor student progress, providing constructive feedback.
• Contribute to the wider school community, attending meetings, training, and departmental activities.
• Create an inclusive and positive classroom environment where all learners can thrive.
• Uphold safeguarding and behaviour policies in line with school and statutory guidance.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Strong subject knowledge in English Language and/or Literature.
• Experience teaching within a UK secondary school setting.
• A commitment to high standards, professional conduct, and student wellbeing.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply).

Why Work with Veritas Education?

• Specialist consultants with strong relationships across Wakefield and Kirklees schools.
• Access to a wide range of exclusive vacancies.
• Ongoing support throughout your placement.
• Competitive daily rates and clear pay structures.
• CPD opportunities to support your professional development.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about delivering excellent English teaching and would like to join a supportive school community, please send your CV or contact Tom at Veritas Education for an informal conversation.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'