English Teacher

English Teacher Required - Wigan & Surrounding Areas Immediate Start | Short-Term to Long-Term Assignments | Veritas Education Veritas Education are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated English Teachers to work in…

Pay rate £170 – £250/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 9 September 2026

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English Teacher Required - Wigan & Surrounding Areas

Immediate Start | Short-Term to Long-Term Assignments | Veritas Education

Veritas Education are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated English Teachers to work in secondary schools across Wigan and the surrounding areas. We have opportunities available for an immediate start, ranging from short-term cover to long-term placements.

Whether you are an experienced teacher or an ECT looking to gain valuable classroom experience, we would love to hear from you.

The Role:

Deliver engaging English Language and Literature lessons across KS3 and KS4.
Plan, prepare and assess pupil progress where required.
Create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Maintain high standards of behaviour and classroom management.
Work collaboratively with school staff to support student achievement.

Requirements:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
Experience teaching English in UK secondary schools.
Strong classroom management skills.
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
A genuine passion for inspiring young people through English.

What Veritas Education Offers:

Competitive daily rates of pay.
Flexible work to suit your availability.
Opportunities in a variety of supportive secondary schools.
Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
Potential for longer-term and permanent opportunities.If you are an English Teacher looking for your next opportunity in the Wigan area, apply today or contact Veritas Education for more information.

Veritas Education - Connecting Outstanding Teachers with Outstanding Schools. 📚🍎

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 interviewVeritas 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

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