English Teacher

CareTech Careers; Corwen; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

CareTech Careers is seeking an English Teacher for Branas School, a registered independent school in Wales. The role focuses on delivering engaging lessons to pupils aged 11-18 with complex needs, within a supportive learning environment.

The successful candidate will contribute to holistic development, teaching small groups, and collaborating with SEND staff to tailor instruction and maintain positive behaviour across the classroom.

Qualifications

• Teaching qualification and experience.
• Strong understanding of the curriculum and effective teaching methodologies.
• Passion for teaching and learning.
• Commitment to professional development and reflective practice.

Responsibilities

• Teaching small groups of pupils within the classroom.
• Prepare and deliver engaging lessons tailored to pupils' needs.
• Support other staff to deliver high quality education consistently.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet individual learning needs.
• Work closely with SEND teaching assistants.
• Manage learner behaviour positively.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum understanding

Reflective practice

Passion for teaching

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Hours: 40 hours per week, term time

Salary: Up to £42,000 per annum DOE

We are looking for an English Teacher to educate our pupils in our Estyn registered independent school. We are seeking someone with an inspirational approach to delivering the curriculum. The successful candidate will join our thriving school and make a real difference to the lives of our learners.

The School:

Branas School supports up to 25 young people aged 11-18. Many of our pupils may have experienced significant adverse childhood experiences and, as a result, present with complex needs.

Our school supports young people with complex social, emotional and mental health needs, alongside mild to moderate learning difficulties, requiring nurture and motivation from teachers who are dedicated and driven to help them reach their true potential. Through personalised support, we help our young people achieve their goals and overcome barriers to learning and achievement.

Our vision is that students will not only be supported academically, but will also develop self-esteem, confidence, respect and consideration for others, enabling them to become effective and contributing members of the community.

Requirements:

• Teaching qualification and experience.
• Strong understanding of the curriculum and effective teaching methodologies.
• Passion for teaching and learning.
• Commitment to professional development and reflective practice.

The Role:

• Teaching small groups of pupils within the classroom.
• Prepare and deliver engaging lessons tailored to pupils' needs.
• Support other staff to deliver high quality education consistently.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet individual learning needs.
• Work closely with SEND teaching assistants.
• Manage learner behaviour positively.

Why Work for Us:

• Career progression opportunities.
• Training opportunities, face to face or online.
• Supportive management and senior leaders.
• Full induction, paid DBS and a friendly family atmosphere.
• Opportunity to progress with one of the UK's biggest care providers.

We pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunities Employer and we are committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and reference checks.

We 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.

CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader.