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  • Job type

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    Swindon
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    Full-time
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    Secondary Teaching
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    Paid to Scale - M1 - U1

English Teacher | Swindon

English Teacher – Full or Part-Time Maternity Cover
Location: East Swindon
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time or Part-time, Temporary (Maternity Cover)
Pay: Day rate Paid to Scale M1 to U1

Your new company

This Outstanding-rated co-educational secondary academy is located on the eastern edge of Swindon, serving students aged 11–16. The school is known for its inclusive ethos, high academic standards, and excellent behaviour. It offers a comprehensive, challenging, and enriching curriculum, alongside a wide range of extracurricular opportunities that support student development beyond the classroom. With a strong leadership team and a collaborative staff culture, the school provides a supportive environment for both permanent and supply teachers.


Your new role

You will be joining the English department as a Teacher of English on a maternity cover contract, with the flexibility to work full-time or part-time depending on your availability. The role begins in September 2025 and will run for the duration of maternity leave.

Your responsibilities will include:
  • Planning and delivering engaging English lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
  • Marking and assessing student progress
  • Attending parents’ evenings and contributing to school events
  • Supporting school trips and enrichment activities
  • Becoming an active member of the school community
This is a fantastic opportunity to teach in a high-performing school with motivated students and a well-resourced department.

What you'll need to succeed

To be considered for this role, you must have:
  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
  • UK classroom experience teaching English
  • A passion for literature and language, and the ability to inspire students
  • Strong classroom management and communication skills
  • Availability to work from September for the duration of the maternity cover


What you'll get in return

  • Competitive daily rates paid to scale up to U1
  • Flexibility to work full-time or part-time
  • Opportunity to work in an Outstanding-rated school
  • Full support from your dedicated Hays consultant
  • Access to CPD and professional development opportunities


What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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