Plan, prepare and deliver structured English Language and English Literature lessons appropriate to learners' educational levels, particularly at Key Stages 2, 3 and 4 (GCSE), in accordance with relevant curriculum requirements and examination specifications.
Teach essential English language skills, including reading comprehension, vocabulary development, spelling, punctuation, grammar, sentence construction, creative writing, analytical writing and effective written and verbal communication.
Deliver English Literature instruction through the study and critical analysis of literary texts, including prose, poetry, drama and Shakespearean works, developing learners' understanding of literary techniques, themes, characters, context and authorial intentions.
Provide face-to-face and online English instruction using appropriate teaching methodologies, interactive learning activities and digital educational resources to promote learner engagement, literacy development and academic achievement.
Develop comprehensive lesson plans, differentiated teaching materials, schemes of work and learning resources to accommodate learners with varying academic abilities, literacy levels, learning needs and educational backgrounds.
Assess learners' prior attainment, reading proficiency, writing abilities, comprehension skills and individual learning requirements through diagnostic assessments, classroom activities and ongoing academic evaluation.
Develop learners' critical-thinking, analytical, interpretative and communication skills through structured reading activities, literary analysis, classroom discussions, presentations, debates and extended writing assignments.
Prepare learners for relevant internal assessments and external examinations, including GCSE English Language and English Literature, through structured revision programmes, examination practice, past-paper analysis, targeted interventions and effective examination techniques.
Monitor and evaluate learners' academic progress through regular assessments, written assignments, reading activities, examinations and formative feedback, identifying learning gaps and implementing appropriate improvement strategies.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of learner attendance, lesson delivery, assessment results, academic progress, individual learning targets and educational interventions in accordance with PTC's administrative and data protection requirements.
Provide constructive academic feedback to learners and communicate relevant progress information to parents, guardians and management, including recommendations for improving literacy, reading comprehension, written expression and examination performance.
Participate in curriculum planning, teaching quality assurance activities, educational meetings and continuing professional development, while complying with PTC's safeguarding and child protection, health and safety, equality and diversity, professional conduct and data protection requirements.
Minimum qualifications and skillsBachelor's degree in English Language, English Literature, English Studies, Education with a substantial English specialism, or another closely related discipline demonstrating appropriate academic knowledge of English.Strong subject knowledge and understanding of English Language and English Literature curricula, particularly at Key Stages 2, 3 and 4 (GCSE).Ability to plan, deliver and assess structured English lessons in accordance with relevant curriculum requirements and examination specifications.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including a high standard of English grammar, spelling, punctuation, vocabulary and written expression.Strong knowledge of literary analysis, language techniques, reading comprehension, creative writing, analytical writing and effective literacy development strategies.Ability to teach and explain complex literary concepts, grammatical structures and language techniques clearly and effectively to learners with varying levels of understanding.Effective classroom management, learner engagement and behaviour management skills.Ability to assess literacy attainment, identify learning difficulties and implement targeted interventions to improve learners' reading, writing, comprehension and communication skills.Ability to differentiate teaching approaches, lesson activities and educational resources to accommodate learners with varying academic abilities, special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), and individual learning requirements.Proficiency in using digital teaching platforms, educational technology and online learning resources to support classroom-based and remote instruction.Appropriate safeguarding awareness, professional boundaries and commitment to maintaining a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.Relevant teaching or tutoring experience
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