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English Teacher - Maternity Cover

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Posted on: 24 Sep 2026

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£150 - £280 per day Blackpool, Lancashire
Job title:
English Teacher - Maternity Cover
Location:
Blackpool, Lancashire
Start date:
01/11/2026
Duration:
9 months
Salary:
£150 - £280 per day

Spencer Clarke Group Education are currently recruiting for an English Teacher to join a secondary school on the Fylde Coast, to cover a maternity cover position.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed English Teacher to join a supportive school and make a real difference to students' progress and confidence.

You will be responsible for:

  • Teaching English across KS3 and KS4
  • Planning and delivering engaging, challenging lessons
  • Preparing students for GCSE examinations
  • Differentiating lessons to meet a range of abilities and needs
  • Monitoring and assessing student progress
  • Managing classroom behaviour effectively
  • Building positive relationships with students
  • Working collaboratively with the English department
  • Contributing to the wider life of the school

The successful candidate will ideally have:

  • QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
  • Experience teaching English within a secondary school
  • Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • A genuine passion for English and education
  • The ability to inspire and engage student
  • A commitment to inclusive and high-quality teaching

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

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