Tradewind are recruiting! Are you looking for your next role teaching in a school located in Havering?
Position: English Teacher - Maternity Cover (KS3 & KS4)
Location: London
Contract: Maternity Cover - Minimum 1 Year (Starting January)
Salary: London MPS/UPS
As a Secondary English Teacher on maternity cover for this Client, you will:
Plan and deliver creative, engaging English lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
Demonstrate strong knowledge of the National Curriculum and assessment requirements
Deliver high-quality teaching that supports literacy, critical thinking and analytical skills
Use varied teaching strategies to meet the needs of students of all abilities
Contribute positively to the school's English department and wider community
Person Specification & Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will need:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent UK teaching qualification
Experience teaching English at KS3 & KS4
Strong behaviour and classroom management skills
Effective planning, marking, and differentiation skills
Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
Overseas police checks if required
Professional references covering the last 10 years where possible
Legal right to work in the UK
This Client is a well-established, inclusive secondary school known for its supportive environment, strong pastoral systems and commitment to academic excellence. The school encourages creativity and independent thinking, and students benefit from a broad curriculum and ambitious learning culture. Staff enjoy a collaborative department and a leadership team focused on professional development and wellbeing.
Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?
Support from a dedicated and experienced consultant
Virtual registration for a quick and efficient onboarding process
Unlimited access to 2,500+ free CPD courses via The National College
Easy online timesheet submission
Excellent PAYE rates - no umbrella companies
Opportunities to work across a variety of schools
Flexible and long-term roles to suit your lifestyle
Apply Now
Interviews will be arranged immediately once CVs are shortlisted - so don't delay in applying!
If you're an experienced English Teacher with QTS, strong classroom management and the desire to take on a rewarding maternity cover role starting in January, we'd love to hear from you.
For more information or to apply, contact Leanne King on (phone number removed) or (url removed)