English Teacher with Lead Responsibilities

Closing date for applications: 12am, Friday 20th June 2025 (Ideally for a September 2025 start if possible).

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated educator looking to make a real impact on young minds? We are seeking a motivated and inspiring English Teacher who will lead in English, Literacy, Reading & Writing and Voice 21 Oracy, to join our dynamic team and help shape the future of our children and young people.

What you’ll be doing:

• Build strong relationships with students, fostering a love for English, reading, and writing.
• Take a proactive role in developing oracy across the curriculum, including leading on the Voice 21 initiative to enhance students' spoken communication skills.
• Lead and innovate in English teaching, embedding effective strategies for literacy and reading development.
• Support students in developing independent learning skills, helping them to express themselves confidently in both written and spoken language.
• Participate in school activities, extracurricular programs, and professional development opportunities.

What we’re looking for:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• A qualification in SEND education is desirable.
• Experience of working with children with SEND and ASC.
• Experience in teaching English.
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to inspire and motivate children and young people.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to continuous professional development and innovation in teaching methods.

This position comes with TLR 2 responsibilities, recognising the leadership required in English, literacy, reading & writing, and oracy development. There is the potential for additional TLR responsibilities for the right candidate who brings further expertise beyond the outlined Person Specification.

Why join us?

• Annual salary reviews and enhanced pension contributions for qualified teachers.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Access to a range of lifestyle and health perks and benefits.
• A collaborative and dedicated team of professionals.
• A rewarding and fulfilling role making a real difference to children's lives.

We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.

When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career. You will have access to an attractive benefits package including:

• Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service.
• Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Generous life cover.

Who are we?

Olsen House is part of Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education and care for children aged 7-16 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). These include autistic spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.

We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.