QTS ENGLISH TEACHER

Qualified English Teacher (QTS) – Secondary School

Location: West Midlands (Solihull & surrounding areas)
Contract: Supply, Short-Term, Long-Term, Maternity & Sickness Cover
Salary: Competitive Daily Rates (PAYE options available)
Start Date: Immediate / Ongoing

Are you a passionate English Teacher looking to inspire students and ignite a love of language and literature?
Link3 Recruitment is working in partnership with leading secondary schools across Solihull and the West Midlands to recruit Qualified English Teachers for flexible and long-term opportunities across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5.

Whether you are looking for daily supply to maintain flexibility or a more permanent contract, we want to hear from you.

We are seeking English specialists who can:

• Deliver engaging and inclusive English lessons that cover reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.

• Teach across KS3 and KS4, with KS5 (A-Level) experience being a strong advantage.

• Prepare students for GCSE exams (AQA/Edexcel/WJEC), ensuring progress and achievement for all learners.

• Adapt teaching strategies to suit a range of abilities, including EAL and SEND students.

• Contribute to curriculum planning, assessment, and departmental development.

• Participate in staff meetings, CPD, and parents’ evenings if in a long-term role.

• A qualified English Teacher (QTS or equivalent) with experience teaching in UK secondary schools.

• A strong communicator with excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.

• Creative, reflective, and committed to continuous improvement.

• Knowledgeable in the national curriculum, GCSE specifications, and literacy development.

• Passionate about helping students build confidence and develop their own voice through reading and writing.

• Flexible, reliable, and eager to contribute positively to the school community.

• QTS or UK-recognised teaching qualification in English.

• Experience teaching English Language and Literature across KS3–KS4 (KS5 desirable).

• A clear understanding of exam preparation and curriculum expectations.

• Strong subject knowledge and a desire to foster a love of literature and language.

• Willingness to take on full teacher responsibilities (planning, marking, assessment, reporting) for longer-term roles.

Link3 Recruitment is a trusted education agency supporting schools across the Midlands. We are proud to be REC Audited, meaning we meet the highest industry standards in compliance, safeguarding, and professional conduct.

We offer:

• Opportunities across Academies, Independent Schools, Local Authorities, and Multi-Academy Trusts.

• Supply, short-term, and long-term contracts, including MAT cover.

• Personalised support from experienced education consultants.

• A fast, efficient registration process and access to free CPD training.

All candidates must have (or be willing to obtain) an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service. If you do not currently hold one, we can process one for you at £59.99.

If you''re a dedicated and qualified English Teacher ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Send your CV to: (url removed)  Or call our local team: (phone number removed) (available from 6am)

"The limits of my language mean the limits of my world." – Ludwig Wittgenstein
Join us in helping students expand their world through the power of English.