English Teacher
| Posting date: | 13 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £172.98 to £200 per day |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 12 February 2026 |
| Location: | CF11 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Teacheractive Limited |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | Gen/Eng/Card/13.1-8985 |
Summary
Job Title: English Teacher
Location: Cardiff
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £172.98 per day – or to scale, dependent on school and role.
About the Role
Are you a qualified teacher with a passion for English and a commitment to inspiring young learners? Do you have experience teaching English across different secondary school disciplines? Are you motivated to make a positive impact on pupils’ lives through excellent behaviour and classroom management?
TeacherActive is proud to partner with a mainstream secondary school in the Cardiff area that prides itself on high standards and success for all learners. The school offers a stimulating, inclusive curriculum with a strong focus on heritage, creativity, and experiential learning, ensuring every pupil is supported to develop holistically.
We are seeking a dedicated Secondary English Teacher who combines strong behaviour management skills with creativity and a nurturing approach. You will collaborate with a forward-thinking team to deliver an innovative curriculum, maintaining high expectations and fostering a lifelong love of learning in all pupils.
Key Responsibilities
• Deliver high-quality English lessons in line with the Curriculum for Wales framework.
• Plan and assess effectively to meet diverse learners’ needs, including those with additional learning requirements.
• Maintain excellent classroom and behaviour management to create a positive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to develop and innovate the curriculum.
• Uphold high standards and expectations for all pupils, encouraging engagement and achievement.
Candidate Requirements
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• PGCE or PCET qualifications will also be considered.
• Proven excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Familiarity with the Curriculum for Wales and its expectations.
• Strong understanding of planning and assessment processes.
• Ability to confidently teach across a range of subjects and disciplines is advantageous.
What We Offer
• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support a smooth onboarding process.
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme (terms and conditions apply).
• Access to CPD courses and certificates via the My-Progression channel.
• Competitive, market-leading rates of pay.
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – earn up to £200 for successful referrals (terms and conditions apply).
About Me
My name is Tom, and as a Recruitment Consultant, I bring over eight years’ experience as a teacher and six years in senior management within primary schools across London and South Wales. I understand the education sector and strive to support candidates in securing the best opportunities. I am committed to building strong relationships and upskilling staff to provide exceptional support to schools and pupils alike. I take pride in placing high-quality professionals in the right roles.
Additional Information
All our staff are employed on a PAYE basis, ensuring correct deductions of Tax and National Insurance, with no hidden administration fees.
If you are interested in this opportunity or would like to learn about other roles, please click ‘apply’ now. I will be in touch to discuss your application further.
tom.hayward@teacheractive.com
02920 099 995
All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.