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English Teacher

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An English or Language Arts Teacher teaches English in elementary to secondary schools. Focuses on English, writing, composition, literature, and critical analysis. In elementary school, language arts classes focus on basic reading, writing and linguistic / communication skills. In middle school, the English curriculum evolves and expands to include more complicated reading comprehension, such as fiction, poetry and essays. In teaching high school, the focus relies on developing analytical skills.

$76,262 / year median in Massachusetts

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

English Teacher -
Secondary School Location:
Dorchester Start Date:
September 2026
Contract:
Full-time, Long-term Salary:
MPS/UPS, dependent on experience Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic and committed English Teacher to join a welcoming secondary school in Dorchester from September 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate English specialist who can inspire students and deliver engaging lessons across the secondary age range. The successful candidate will join a supportive department and play an important role in helping pupils develop their confidence, communication and literacy skills. The Role Delivering engaging English lessons across KS3 and KS4 Planning and preparing lessons in line with the national curriculum Assessing pupil progress and providing constructive feedback Creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment Supporting pupils of varying abilities to achieve their full potential Working closely with colleagues within the English department and wider school The Ideal Candidate Holds QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification Has experience teaching English in a secondary school setting Possesses strong subject knowledge across the KS3 and KS4 curriculum Has excellent classroom and behaviour management skills Is enthusiastic, reliable and committed to high standards Is passionate about making English engaging and accessible for all learners Why Work Through Teaching Personnel? Competitive pay in line with
MPS/UPS A
dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement Access to a variety of teaching opportunities across Dorset Opportunities for CPD and professional development Potential for the role to lead to a permanent position If you are an English Teacher looking for a new role in Dorchester from September 2026 , we would love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Teaching Personnel for more information. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.