English Teacher

Sunnydown School; Tandridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary special school in Tandridge is seeking an enthusiastic secondary teacher to deliver engaging English lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4. The role focuses on teaching English Language and Literature to GCSE, with opportunities to teach additional subjects. Candidates should have a passion for making a difference in the lives of students with Autism and be committed to creative lesson delivery. The position offers a permanent contract with a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in delivering the English curriculum.
• Ability to teach English Language and Literature at GCSE level.
• Passionate about improving student outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging English lessons to secondary students.
• Create a supportive learning environment for students with Autism.
• Collaborate with a team of teachers and teaching assistants.

Skills

Creative lesson delivery

Engagement strategies

Interest in SEN

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Salary: NQT / MPS + SEN allowance

Days: 5 days per week

Start Date: As soon as possible

Contract: Permanent

Interviews: will take place as and when shortlisted applications are received

Job Overview

Sunnydown School is seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated secondary teacher to deliver engaging English lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 with a core focus on teaching English Language and English Literature to GCSE.

We are an oversubscribed and very successful Secondary Special School who caters specifically for young men with Autism with high communication and interaction needs within a team of outstanding teachers and teaching assistants who deliver transformational learning experiences in a variety of National Curriculum subjects.

You must have a proven background in delivering the English curriculum in a creative and engaging way that captures the interest of all learners with a keen interest in SEN although direct experience in this field is not necessary. There may also be an opportunity to teach other subjects at KS3 should you have additional experience.

If you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of our students, we would love to hear from you.

Applicants are welcome from suitably qualified candidates and should be made via eTeach.

Please contact the School Business manager to arrange a tour of the school.

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found before the closing date.

Social media checks will be carried out for shortlisted candidates.

Safeguarding Statement

Sunnydown School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. As such all successful applicants will be required to undertake a criminal records check.

We are an equal opportunities employer