English Teacher

Veritas Education Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a passionate English Teacher to join a supportive learning environment. This role involves teaching KS3 & KS4 students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The ideal candidate will possess strong classroom management skills, empathy, and the ability to inspire students. The position offers ongoing professional development and a collaborative culture focused on student wellbeing. A DBS check is mandatory, and you must have the legal right to work in the UK.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with experience in teaching English at KS4, ideally within SEMH settings.
• Strong subject knowledge with the ability to inspire students facing academic or behavioral challenges.
• Creative and proactive approach in addressing individual student needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging and differentiated English lessons.
• Adapt teaching approaches to support students' emotional wellbeing.
• Monitor and assess student progress, celebrating achievements.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to meet learners' needs.

Skills

Classroom management

Empathy

Adaptability

Education

Qualified teacher status

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and experienced English Teacher to join an innovative and supportive learning environment. Our school works with students who have Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, often facing behavioural challenges that require patience, empathy, and adaptability. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on students' academic progress and personal development.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging and differentiated English lessons for KS3 & KS4 students with a range of abilities and SEMH needs.
• Adapt teaching approaches to support students' emotional wellbeing and maintain positive behaviour in the classroom.
• Provide consistent structure, clear expectations, and constructive feedback to support student learning.
• Monitor and assess student progress, celebrating achievements and addressing barriers to learning.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and support staff to meet the holistic needs of learners.

Person Specification

• Qualified teacher with experience teaching English at KS4, ideally within SEMH or alternative provision settings.
• Strong subject knowledge and the ability to inspire students who may have faced previous academic or behavioural challenges.
• Excellent classroom management skills, with empathy, patience, and resilience.
• Committed to supporting diverse learners and creating an inclusive, nurturing environment.
• Flexible, creative, and proactive in addressing individual student needs.

Why Join Us?

• A supportive, collaborative environment where wellbeing comes first.
• Ongoing professional development and access to specialist training.
• Opportunities to innovate and tailor learning experiences to individual students.
• A culture built on trust, kindness, and high expectations.

Additional Information

Each candidate will be subject to a DBS and police check where required. A successful candidate will also provide at least two references from their previous employers.

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy.

• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained.
• You must have legal right to work in the UK.
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview.

If you are interested in the role, click the apply button or send your CV to Deji Agbaje at Veritas Education London.

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Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'