English Teacher

Kedleston Group Limited; Cheam; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellbeing

Professional Development

Perks Platform Discounts

Supportive Team

Meaningful Role

Job summary

Brookways School, part of Kedleston Group, is seeking a dedicated teacher for a fixed-term maternity cover in North Cheam, London. You will plan and deliver engaging lessons, support pupils with SEND, and work with parents and colleagues to ensure student success.

The role requires QTS, experience with SEND/ASC, and the ability to teach English with strong classroom management and communication skills. An exciting, supportive environment awaits in this specialist setting.

Qualifications

• Must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• SEND qualification desirable.
• Experience with SEND and ASC.
• Experience in teaching English.
• Strong classroom management and communication.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality lessons that engage and challenge children and young people.
• Foster a positive learning environment that supports children and young people's educational and personal growth.
• Assess and monitor student progress, providing constructive feedback and support.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and the wider school community to ensure student success.
• Participate in school activities, extracurricular programs, and professional development opportunities.

Skills

QTS

SEND experience

English teaching

Classroom management

Communication

Professional development

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

SEND qualification

Job description

This is a fixed-term maternity cover position employed from 4th January 2027 to 17th July 2027

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated educator looking to make a real impact on young minds? We are seeking a motivated and inspiring teacher to join our dynamic team and help shape the future of our children and young people.

What you’ll be doing:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality lessons that engage and challenge children and young people.
• Foster a positive learning environment that supports children and young people's educational and personal growth.
• Assess and monitor student progress, providing constructive feedback and support.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and the wider school community to ensure student success.
• 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.

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?

Brookways School is an independent specialist day school in North Cheam, London designed with a state-of-the-art learning environment which has been created to meet the needs of young people with autism.

Our school offers a calm, quiet, safe, positive and nurturing place where young people can learn and grow.

Brookways School is part of Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education for children aged 7-19 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.

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