Job Title: English & Drama Teacher (Cover) Location: Hillingdon, London, UK Salary: £120–£200 per day Job Type: Full-Time, Temporary Start Date: 13 April 2026 Key Stages: KS3, KS4, KS5 Salary will be determined based on experience and position on the Main Pay Range. The maximum salary is applicable to candidates with substantial teaching experience.

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and adaptable English & Drama Teacher to join the school as a cover teacher from April. This role requires a confident practitioner who can deliver engaging lessons across both subjects, maintaining continuity of learning in the absence of permanent staff.

You will play a key role in inspiring students through both academic and creative approaches, using performance and literature to engage learners of all abilities. This position offers the potential to develop into a longer-term opportunity.

About the School

This vibrant and inclusive secondary school in Hillingdon is known for its strong focus on creativity, expression, and student engagement. With a supportive staff culture and well-resourced departments, the school provides an environment where both students and teachers can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality English and Drama lessons across KS3 and KS4

• Maintain continuity of learning and uphold high classroom standards

• Inspire and engage students through creative and performance-based teaching

• Manage classroom behaviour effectively, fostering a positive learning environment

• Adapt quickly to different classes, topics, and student needs

• Work collaboratively with departmental staff to ensure consistency

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential

• Proven experience teaching both English and Drama at secondary level

• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills

• Ability to engage and motivate students across a range of abilities

• A proactive, adaptable, and resilient approach

• Right to work in the UK

Why Apply?

• Supportive and welcoming school environment

• Opportunity to work within a creative and well-resourced department

• Immediate start with the chance to make a real impact

• Potential for extension into a longer-term role

If you are a passionate English and Drama specialist ready to inspire through words and performance, we would love to hear from you.

Why work via Teach Now?

Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance. • Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days. • Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee. • Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

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We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance