English Teacher

Prospero Teaching; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a qualified English Teacher to join a college in Consett, delivering GCSE English Language and Functional Skills to post-16 learners. You will plan engaging lessons, assess progress, and provide feedback to support attainment.

The role runs from 2 November, is full-time temporary, and offers on-site teaching in Consett, County Durham. A strong commitment to safeguarding and experience with diverse learners are essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), PGCE or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching English at GCSE level.
• Experience delivering Functional Skills English is highly desirable.
• Strong subject knowledge and ability to engage learners of varying abilities.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Strong communication, organisation and planning skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service or be willing to process a new application.

Responsibilities

• Teach GCSE English Language and Functional Skills English to post-16 learners.
• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging, high-quality lessons.
• Assess, monitor and record learner progress with constructive feedback.
• Develop schemes of work and lesson plans tailored to learner needs.
• Support learners through examinations and assessments.
• Create a positive learning environment to promote engagement, attendance and achievement.
• Differentiate teaching strategies to meet diverse abilities.
• Collaborate with curriculum leaders to support curriculum development.

Skills

GCSE English teaching

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Differentiated instruction

Communication skills

Education

QTS

PGCE or equivalent

Job description

English Teacher - Consett

Are you a passionate and dedicated English Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity? We are recruiting on behalf of a college in Consett seeking an enthusiastic and motivated English Teacher to support learners studying GCSE English Language and Functional Skills English from 2nd Nov. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact on students' academic progress, helping them develop essential literacy, communication and analytical skills whilst achieving positive outcomes that support their future education and career aspirations.

About the Role:

• Teaching GCSE English Language and Functional Skills English to post-16 learners.
• Planning, preparing and delivering engaging, high-quality lessons that inspire and challenge learners.
• Assessing, monitoring and recording learner progress, providing constructive feedback to support achievement.
• Developing schemes of work and lesson plans tailored to individual and group learning needs.
• Supporting learners through all aspects of their educational journey, including examinations and assessments.
• Creating a positive learning environment that promotes engagement, attendance and achievement.
• Differentiating teaching strategies to meet the needs and abilities of all learners.
• Working collaboratively with curriculum leaders and colleagues to support curriculum development and quality improvement initiatives.

Pay, Hours and Contract:

• Pay: 160 - 200 per day (depending on experience)
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
• Contract: Full-time Temporary
• Start Date: 2nd November
• Location: Consett, County Durham

Experience, Qualifications and Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), PGCE or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching English at GCSE level.
• Experience delivering Functional Skills English is highly desirable.
• Strong subject knowledge and ability to engage learners of varying abilities.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Strong communication, organisation and planning skills.
• A commitment to raising attainment and supporting positive learner outcomes.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service or be willing to process a new application.
• Professional teaching references covering the last two years.