At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach engaging English lessons to small classes of KS3 and KS4 pupils.
- Company: Supportive specialist setting in Croydon focused on SEMH needs.
- Benefits: Pay to scale, small class sizes, and dedicated consultant support.
- Other info: Opportunity for long-term or permanent roles in a nurturing environment.
- Why this job: Make a genuine difference in the lives of young people with SEMH needs.
- Qualifications: QTS required; experience with SEMH pupils is highly desirable.
The predicted salary is between 32243 - 39408 £ per year.
Location: Croydon, South London
Salary: Pay to scale
Job Type: Full-time, 5 days per week
Start Date: ASAP / September
Are you an English Teacher looking for a new opportunity where you can make a real difference to the lives of young people? We are currently looking for a passionate and dedicated English Teacher to join a supportive specialist setting in Croydon, working with pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The role will involve teaching KS3 and KS4 English within small class groups, providing a more personalised learning environment where you can build strong relationships with pupils and support them to achieve their potential.
Key Responsibilities
- Teach engaging and accessible English lessons across KS3 and KS4.
- Support pupils working towards GCSE and other relevant qualifications.
- Adapt lessons to meet individual learning needs and abilities.
- Work with small classes to provide focused and personalised support.
- Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
- Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development.
- Maintain a calm, structured and positive classroom environment.
- Monitor and assess pupil progress and provide appropriate feedback.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and support staff.
- Follow safeguarding, behaviour and school policies at all times.
Requirements
- QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) is essential.
- Strong subject knowledge in English.
- Experience teaching KS3 and/or KS4.
- Experience working with, or a strong understanding of, SEMH pupils is highly desirable.
- Experience within PRU, alternative provision, SEND or specialist settings would be advantageous.
- Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
- A patient, resilient and nurturing approach.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
What We Offer
- Full-time, 5 days per week.
- ASAP / September start.
- Pay to scale.
- Small class sizes allowing for more personalised teaching.
- A supportive and specialist working environment.
- Opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils' lives.
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
- Potential for a long-term or permanent opportunity.
Apply Today! If you're a QTS English Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity working with KS3/KS4 pupils in a small-class SEMH setting in Croydon, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today by sending your CV and one of our recruitment consultants will be in touch to discuss the role and arrange the next steps.
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