English Lead

TN United Kingdom; Ripon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate English Lead to join their dedicated team at a vibrant independent special school. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the English curriculum and support students with Autism in a creative and inclusive environment. With small class sizes and a focus on individual learning needs, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure each student achieves their potential. Enjoy a supportive work culture, professional development opportunities, and a good work-life balance. Make a real difference in the lives of young people while working in beautiful surroundings.

Benefits

Free Lunch

Professional Development Opportunities

Small Class Sizes

Good Work-Life Balance

Qualifications

• Experience teaching English in a special education setting.
• Strong knowledge of best practices for students with Autism.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of the English curriculum.
• Regularly assess student progress and adapt the curriculum.

Skills

Teaching English

Communication Skills

Curriculum Development

Team Leadership

Adaptability

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Further qualifications in Special Educational Needs

Tools

Communication Aids

Visual Supports

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Job Title: English Lead
Location: Cambian Spring Hill School, an independent Special School for Young People with Autism
Salary: Competitive, Dependent on Experience
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role:

We are seeking a passionate, dedicated, and experienced English teacher to join our vibrant and supportive team at our Independent Special School for young people with Autism. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the education and development of our students, supporting them to achieve their potential in a creative, inclusive, and enriching environment.

As the English Lead, you will be responsible for the development, implementation, and leadership of the English curriculum, and literacy and reading development across the school, ensuring that our students receive the best possible education in these key areas. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including specialist staff, to provide tailored and adaptive learning experiences that meet the diverse needs of our students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, develop, and implement a dynamic English curriculum tailored to the specific needs of students with Autism.
• Work closely with staff to ensure that the teaching of English is inclusive and accessible, using a range of strategies to support diverse learning styles.
• Lead on reading and literacy across the curriculum
• Regularly assess student progress, adapting the curriculum to ensure continuous development and engagement.
• Support the use of communication aids, visual supports, and other tools to ensure students can access learning and express themselves effectively.
• Collaborate with the school leadership team to set and review academic goals and strategies.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with parents, carers, and external professionals to ensure the holistic development of each student.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school, including participating in extracurricular activities and school events.

Key Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching English, preferably in a special education setting.
• Strong knowledge of the national curriculum for English and best practices in supporting students with Autism.
• Experience in leading or coordinating teams and a passion for fostering a positive, collaborative work environment.
• A commitment to developing and adapting teaching methods to suit the individual needs of students.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage students, staff, and parents.
• An understanding of safeguarding principles and the ability to work within a safe and supportive environment.
• Experience in working within an Independent Special School setting.
• Further qualifications or training in Autism Spectrum Disorders or Special Educational Needs.
• Experience in developing and delivering personalised learning plans and assessments.

Why Join Us?

• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people with Autism.
• A small school with a capacity of only 50 students
• A good work life balance – no going home at night to mark books for hours!
• Small classes; maximum of 5 in every class
• A supportive and dedicated team of professionals.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A well-resourced and welcoming environment, set in beautiful surroundings.
• A free lunch every day!

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of young people and have the experience to lead and inspire in the area of English education, we would love to hear from you!

Cambian spring Hill School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and references.

Cambian will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.