English Teacher

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Towcester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated SEMH English Teacher for a specialist setting in the NN12 area (Towcester). This full-time role offers an immediate start to support secondary students aged 11-16 with social, emotional and mental health needs.

You will deliver engaging English lessons, differentiate to meet individual needs, work with a multidisciplinary team, and help students build confidence, resilience and communication skills. A QTS/QTLS and an enhanced DBS are required.

Qualifications

• QTS/QTLS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching English at secondary level.
• Strong understanding of SEMH needs and behaviour management.
• Ability to build positive relationships with vulnerable young people.
• Patient, adaptable and resilient.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality English lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Differentiate learning to meet individual student needs.
• Support students in developing confidence, resilience and communication skills.
• Manage behaviour positively and effectively using a restorative approach.
• Monitor progress and contribute to EHCP reviews and reports where required.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists and wider school staff.

Skills

English teaching

SEMH awareness

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or equivalent

Job description

SEMH English Teacher - NN12 Area | Full-Time | Immediate Start

Are you a passionate and resilient English Teacher looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people?

We are seeking a dedicated SEMH English Teacher to join a specialist setting in the NN12 area on a full-time basis, with an immediate start available. This is a rewarding opportunity to support secondary-aged students who require additional support with their social, emotional and mental health needs.

The Role

As an SEMH English Teacher, you will deliver engaging and creative English lessons tailored to meet the individual needs of students aged 11-16. You will work closely with a supportive multidisciplinary team to create a positive learning environment that promotes both academic achievement and personal development.

The students you will be supporting present with a range of behavioural, emotional and mental health needs, and may have experienced barriers to education. Your ability to build positive relationships and provide consistency will be key to their success.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality English lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Differentiate learning to meet individual student needs.
• Support students in developing confidence, resilience and communication skills.
• Manage behaviour positively and effectively using a restorative approach.
• Monitor progress and contribute to EHCP reviews and reports where required.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists and wider school staff.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching English at secondary level.
• A strong understanding of SEMH needs and behaviour management strategies.
• Ability to build positive and professional relationships with vulnerable young people.
• A patient, adaptable and resilient approach.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

What We Offer

• Full-time, long-term opportunity with potential for a permanent position.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young people's lives.
• Supportive and welcoming school environment.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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