English Teacher

Luminate Education Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Leeds seeks an enthusiastic English teacher to deliver GCSE and Functional Skills lessons. You will motivate vocational learners, adapt teaching strategies for diverse needs, and ensure continuous professional development. The ideal candidate has a Level 5 qualification in teaching and relevant experience. A commitment to safeguarding and inclusion is essential.

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 5 teaching qualification or be working towards one.
• Demonstrate recent teaching experience, especially with mixed-ability groups.
• Be well-organised and committed to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality teaching for GCSE English.
• Motivate and support learners to achieve their potential.
• Apply a range of inclusive teaching strategies to meet diverse learner needs.

Skills

Engaging learners

Communication skills

Inclusive teaching strategies

Organizational skills

Education

Level 5 teaching qualification

Relevant degree in English

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed English teacher to join our dynamic and supportive department of Sustainable Technology and Motor Vehicle. You will be delivering high-quality GCSE English and Functional Skills lessons to learners across Motor Vehicle, Accident Repair, and Engineering pathways. This role offers a unique opportunity to teach in a vocational context, supporting learners who are working towards technical qualifications while developing essential literacy and communication skills. You will work as part of a small, collaborative English and maths team embedded within the wider STMV department, helping to ensure learners make strong progress and are well prepared for their next steps. The ideal candidate will have a passion for engaging learners, particularly those who may not have previously thrived in English, and a strong commitment to inclusive, learner-centred teaching.

What You Will Do

• Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment for GCSE English and Functional Skills, in line with awarding body requirements.
• Develop engaging schemes of learning, session plans, and teaching resources tailored to vocational learners in Motor Vehicle, Accident Repair, and Engineering.
• Set and review individual SMART learning targets linked to learners’ study programmes, and track and record progress effectively.
• Motivate, inspire, and support learners to achieve their potential, with a focus on improving confidence and attainment in English.
• Apply a range of inclusive teaching strategies and adapt delivery to meet diverse learner needs, including through the use of digital tools and technology.
• Maintain up-to-date subject knowledge and apply evidence-informed practice to continuously enhance teaching and learning.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, quality processes, and collaborative work within the English and maths team and the wider STMV department.

About You

• Hold a Level 5 teaching qualification (e.g. Cert Ed, PGCE) or be working towards one.
• Possess a relevant degree or subject-specialist qualification in English.
• Have up-to-date knowledge of the GCSE English curriculum and/or Functional Skills frameworks.
• Demonstrate recent teaching experience in the FE or secondary education sector, including delivering to mixed-ability groups.
• Experience of motivating and supporting learners who may have barriers to learning or who previously underachieved in English.
• Skilled in using active learning strategies and differentiated approaches to engage vocational learners.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents/carers, and colleagues.
• Well-organised, reflective, and committed to continuous professional development.

Safeguarding

SAFEGUARDING: At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students including children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow the Safer Recruitment requirements and best practice as set out within Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in recruitment is key to our Group’s values. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that embraces equality, diversity and inclusion in all its forms, where every candidate is treated with fairness, respect, and equity. Our recruitment processes are designed to ensure equal opportunities, remove bias, and promote a diverse talent pool. We continually assess and improve our practices to ensure that every individual, regardless of background, has an equal chance to succeed. By championing EDI, we aim to create a workforce that reflects the richness of our communities and drives innovation through diverse perspectives.