Full time

English Teacher

The Education Network Birmingham

Dudley, NE23 7RJ

£34069 - £46940 per annum

Posted: 18 August 2026 (Today)

Closing date: 17 September 2026

Ref: 60683168

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About the Role

This full-time English Teacher position, based in Dudley and paying between £34,069 and £46,940 per annum, involves teaching within a specialist alternative provision. The school supports young people who have encountered barriers in mainstream education, offering a structured and caring setting. With smaller class sizes, the focus is on building strong relationships and addressing individual progress. You will deliver accessible and engaging lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, adapting your methods to suit varied needs. The role requires a qualified teacher with strong behaviour management skills and a genuine commitment to helping students achieve. Your work will directly influence their academic and personal development in a supportive environment.

English Teacher – Alternative Provision – Dudley
Are you an enthusiastic English Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a genuine difference to young people who have faced barriers to learning? This specialist alternative provision in Dudley is looking for a dedicated English Teacher to join its supportive and committed team.
The school provides a nurturing and structured environment for students who may have struggled within mainstream education. With smaller class sizes and a strong focus on relationships, behaviour and individual progress, teachers have the opportunity to really get to know their students and help them succeed.
As an English Teacher, you will deliver engaging and accessible lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, adapting your teaching to meet the needs of individual learners. You will work closely with pastoral staff and experienced support colleagues to encourage positive behaviour, improve engagement and help students develop the confidence and skills they need for their next steps.
The Role:

Teach English to small classes of Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students
Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons
Support students who may have SEMH needs and barriers to learning
Prepare students for GCSE English where appropriate
Build positive and trusting relationships with students
Manage behaviour effectively and consistently
Monitor progress and adapt teaching to meet individual needs
Work collaboratively with pastoral and support teams

The Successful Candidate Will Have:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Experience teaching English at secondary level
Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
The ability to engage students who may have become disengaged from education
A patient, resilient and positive approach
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
A genuine passion for helping young people achieve their potential

In Return You Will Receive:

A rewarding opportunity within a specialist alternative provision
Small class sizes and excellent levels of support
A supportive and collaborative staff team
Strong leadership and clear behaviour systems
Opportunities for professional development
The chance to make a genuine difference to young people's lives
Competitive rates of pay based on experience

If you are interested in this English Teacher opportunity, please "Apply Now" or contact Harry at The Education Network Birmingham for more information. Not the role for you? Ask about our other English Teacher, Alternative Provision and SEMH vacancies across the West Midlands.
The Education Network Offer:
Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.
The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.
The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.

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