Trainee English Teacher

Job description

Job Description

Trainee English Teacher | Enfield | Immediate Start

Are you an ambitious graduate with an A or A* at A-Level English Literature looking to begin your teaching career as a Trainee English Teacher?

A secondary school in Enfield, part of a well-established North London academy trust, is looking for a Trainee English Teacher to join their English department immediately on a permanent basis. This Trainee English Teacher opportunity is ideal for a graduate looking to gain hands-on classroom experience and develop towards a career in teaching.

If youre looking for a Trainee English Teacher role with a clear pathway into teaching, this could be an excellent opportunity. The school is seeking a Trainee English Teacher with strong subject knowledge, a genuine interest in education and the ambition to progress towards QTS.

What You Can Expect

• £30,000 starting salary
• Permanent, full-time position
• Immediate start
• Teaching experience across KS3-KS5
• Support from an experienced English department
• Structured development towards QTS
• Long-term career development within the school and wider trust
• Supportive environment for an aspiring teacher

What Were Looking For

• Ideally a degree in English from a leading UK university, although other relevant degrees may be considered
• A* or A at A-Level English Literature
• Strong English subject knowledge and communication skills
• A genuine interest in pursuing a career in teaching
• Confident, proactive and keen to develop in the classroom
• Passion for supporting students across KS3-KS5

The Role

As a Trainee English Teacher, youll work alongside experienced teachers and gradually take on more responsibility across KS3, KS4 and KS5. Youll gain valuable classroom experience while developing your teaching skills and working towards QTS.

If youre an ambitious graduate with a strong academic background in English and are ready to take your first step into teaching, this could be an excellent opportunity to join a supportive secondary school in Enfield.

Ribbons & Reeves are Londons leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Trainee English Teacher role in Enfield. For other roles like this, check out our website, search Ribbons & Reeves. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Trainee English Teacher role.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Cambridge

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

23-09-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English