English Teacher

English Teacher – Leeds - LS21 LS6 M1 to UPS3 Full-time, Permanent Start Date: September 2026 Calling all English teachers, from ambitious ECTs to seasoned literature lovers We’re working with a fantastic secondary school in the LS21 area that’s on the lookout for a permanent English Teacher to join their team. This is the sort of school where staff feel supported, students are engaged, and the English department genuinely enjoys working together. No endless firefighting, no unnecessary pressure, just a school that wants teachers to thrive. You’ll be teaching English across KS3 and KS4, with the chance to teach KS5 if that’s your cup of tea. Whether you love diving into Shakespeare, bringing poetry to life, or helping students finally crack creative writing, this school is keen to meet teachers who can make English exciting, relatable, and confidence-boosting. What makes this school stand out? ✅ Supportive SLT who value staff wellbeing✅ A collaborative English department with shared resources and ideas✅ Strong behaviour systems that let teachers focus on teaching✅ Excellent CPD and progression opportunities✅ ECT-friendly with mentoring and structured support✅ Opportunity to teach A-Level English for the right candidate The role You’ll be: Teaching English across KS3 and KS4Planning and delivering engaging lessons that build confidence and curiositySupporting students to develop strong literacy and communication skillsEncouraging students to think critically, creatively, and independentlyBecoming part of a welcoming school community that values great teaching What we’re looking for UK QTS or currently completing your teacher trainingA genuine love for English and inspiring young peopleStrong classroom presence and positive relationship-building skillsCreativity, enthusiasm, and a calm, supportive approachECTs are warmly encouraged to apply Why work with Protocol Education? Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella companiesFREE access to our online CPD AcademyPersonalised support from a dedicated consultantOpportunities in mainstream, SEND, and alternative settingsStreamlined registration and local bookingsReferral scheme, earn rewards for referring friends Apply now or get in touch to find out more. This could be the role that reminds you why you fell in love with teaching English in the first place. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.