Teacher of English - Hastings


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£169.67 to £263.13 a day
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Hastings, TN34 1QR
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	18 Sept 2026
Closing date:	18 Oct 2026

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Summary

Teacher of EnglishHastings, East SussexFull-Time | Permanent/Temporary Opportunities Available.MPS/UPS (Dependent on experience)Are you an enthusiastic and committed English Teacher looking for a new opportunity in Hastings? Hays Education is working closely with a secondary school in Hastings that is looking for a passionate English specialist to join their team.As a Teacher of English, you will deliver engaging and well-structured lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping students to develop their confidence in reading, writing, communication, and critical thinking. You will be responsible for planning and delivering lessons that meet curriculum requirements, monitoring student progress and adapting your teaching to support a range of abilities and learning needs. Depending on your experience and the requirements of the school, there may also be opportunities to teach English Language and English Literature at Key Stage 5.Your Responsibilities

Planning and delivering engaging English Language and English Literature lessons

Teaching students across Key Stages 3 and 4, with potential Key Stage 5 opportunities

Preparing students for assessments and examinations

Monitoring, assessing and recording student progress

Providing constructive feedback that supports continued development

Differentiating lessons to meet a variety of abilities and learning needs

Maintaining high expectations for behaviour, effort and achievement

Creating a positive, inclusive and supportive classroom environment

Contributing to departmental planning, meetings and school activities

Following the school's safeguarding, behaviour and assessment policies

Building positive professional relationships with students, colleagues and parents or carers

What We Are Looking ForThe successful candidate will be a knowledgeable and enthusiastic English specialist who can inspire students and encourage a genuine interest in the subject. You will have strong classroom management skills, a clear understanding of the secondary English curriculum and the ability to build positive relationships with students. You should be organised, adaptable and committed to helping every student make progress.You will ideally have:

Qualified Teacher Status or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification

A degree or strong academic background in English or a related subject

Experience teaching English within a secondary school

Knowledge of the Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 English curriculum

Experience teaching English Language and English Literature

Strong behaviour and classroom management skills

A flexible and professional approach

A commitment to safeguarding and supporting young people

An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one

Suitable professional references covering your recent employment history

Benefits of Working with Hays Education

Competitive rates of pay

Temporary, long-term and permanent opportunities

Access to a wide network of secondary schools across Hastings and East Sussex

Support from a dedicated Secondary Education Recruitment Consultant

Free professional development and training opportunities

Career guidance and interview preparation

Flexible work that can be tailored around your availability

Holiday pay options for temporary workers

A straightforward registration and online time sheet process

Refer-a-friend rewards, subject to terms and conditions

Whether you are looking for your next permanent position, a long-term role that allows you to become part of a school community or flexible teaching work that fits around your other commitments, Hays Education can support you in finding the right opportunity.Apply TodayIf you are a qualified English Teacher interested in opportunities in Hastings and the surrounding areas, we would be pleased to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or contact Hays Education for a confidential discussion about your experience and the positions currently available.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this role, you accept the Hays Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers, which can be found on the Hays website.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

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