English Teacher

English Teacher - Full-Time, Long-Term Role

Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term
Employer: Veritas Education (on behalf of a partner secondary school)

About the Role

Veritas Education is working in partnership with a successful secondary school in the Bradford area to recruit an enthusiastic and inspiring English Teacher for a full-time, long-term role starting in September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated English department committed to raising attainment and fostering a love of reading, writing, and literature. The successful candidate will be passionate about delivering engaging lessons and helping students develop the literacy skills they need to succeed both academically and beyond the classroom.

Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging English Language and English Literature lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Plan, prepare, and assess lessons in line with the national curriculum
• Differentiate learning to support students of varying abilities
• Monitor and track student progress, providing effective feedback
• Create a positive, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and achievement
• Contribute to departmental planning and enrichment activities

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Has experience teaching English within a secondary school setting
• Demonstrates strong subject knowledge and a passion for English
• Has excellent communication and classroom management skills
• Is committed to raising standards and improving student outcomes
• Can inspire and motivate young people to achieve their potential
• ECTs are encouraged to apply

What the School Offers

• A supportive and collaborative English department
• Strong leadership and mentoring support
• Excellent opportunities for professional development
• A positive and inclusive school culture
• Well-resourced classrooms and teaching facilities
• A commitment to staff wellbeing and career progression

Why Work with Veritas Education?

• Dedicated support from an experienced education recruitment consultant
• Competitive rates of pay
• Access to a wide network of partner schools across West Yorkshire
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
• A straightforward and supportive registration process

Additional Opportunities

In addition to this vacancy, Veritas Education is currently recruiting for a variety of positions across West Yorkshire, including:

• Full-time and part-time teaching roles
• Long-term and permanent vacancies
• General Supply Teacher opportunities
• Cover Supervisor positions
• Teaching Assistant and Learning Support Assistant roles
• Pastoral, SEN, and Behaviour Support positions

How to Apply / Contact

For further information or to apply for this position, please contact:

Sam Waddington

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• 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

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

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'