English Instructor

The Education Network; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational provision in West Bromwich is seeking an experienced English Instructor to engage small groups of students with SEMH needs. This permanent role involves delivering tailored English lessons and building positive relationships to foster student engagement. The ideal candidate will have strong subject knowledge and a passion for supporting young people. This is an excellent opportunity to make a lasting impact with ongoing training and a supportive team.

Benefits

Ongoing training and professional development

Small class sizes for targeted support

Personalised career support

Qualifications

• Experience as an English Instructor with a focus on SEMH needs.
• Ability to teach small groups and manage challenging behaviours.
• Passion for helping students re-engage with education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging English lessons to students with SEMH needs.
• Support students working below age-related expectations.
• Build positive relationships to improve student engagement.
• Collaborate with the pastoral team for student support.

Skills

Behaviour management

Creative teaching strategies

Strong subject knowledge

Adaptability

Job description

English Instructor – SEMH / Alternative Provision

Are you an experienced English Instructor with a strong understanding of SEMH needs, looking to inspire and motivate students who benefit from a more personalised approach to learning? An alternative provision in West Bromwich is seeking a confident, resilient and passionate English Instructor to join their team. This is a permanent opportunity for someone who is committed to helping students re‑engage with education and achieve meaningful progress.

You will be teaching small groups of Key Stage 3 and 4 students who may present behavioural, emotional, or social challenges. Your ability to remain calm, consistent and adaptable is essential. Strong subject knowledge, excellent behaviour management and a passion for helping young people overcome barriers to learning are key to success in this role.

Job Role

• Deliver engaging and differentiated English lessons to small groups of students with SEMH needs.
• Use creative strategies to support students working below age‑related expectations.
• Manage challenging behaviours in a calm, consistent and supportive manner.
• Build positive relationships that encourage confidence, resilience and improved engagement.
• Work closely with the pastoral team and teaching assistants to ensure each student receives the right level of support.
• Track progress and adjust lesson content to meet individual needs.

In return, you will enjoy

• A supportive team that values consistency, collaboration and student‑centred practice.
• Small class sizes allowing you to provide targeted and meaningful support.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.
• A permanent position where you can truly make a long‑term impact.
• A welcoming environment where your ideas and expertise will be valued.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an English Instructor who is passionate about empowering students who need a different approach to learning. If you are committed, resilient and ready to make a difference, we would love to hear from you. If you are interested in this English Instructor opportunity, please “Apply Now” or contact The Education Network Birmingham.

Not the role for you? Ask the team about our other English Instructor vacancies or refer an English Instructor and ask about our excellent referral scheme.

The Education Network Offer

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have an unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in a friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard‑working consultants who will endeavour to find assignments suited to your needs. An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references. The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Due to the expected high‑volume of applications we receive, only short‑listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.