English Teacher / ECT Considered

Aluminum Window Designs Ltd; Southampton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant education trust as an English Teacher, where your passion and creativity will inspire students. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the curriculum and foster a love for literature among learners. The supportive English department, comprising over 17 dedicated teachers, provides a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement. With a robust CPD program and opportunities for career advancement, you will be part of a community committed to making a difference in students' lives. If you're ready to ignite a passion for reading and learning, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Discounted staff membership at on-site Leisure Centre

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Free on-site parking

Access to public transportation

Teachers' pension scheme

Exceptional CPD opportunities

Career progression opportunities

Supportive community

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status or ECT status is required.
• Ability to inspire, motivate, and challenge pupils.

Responsibilities

• Teach well-structured lessons and adapt to pupils' needs.
• Engage students with compelling curriculum and classic texts.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Lesson Planning

Adaptability

Organizational Skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

ECT Status

Job description

English Teacher who is passionate and creative, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a love for teaching is required for an Education Trust based in Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire.

Calling All ECTs!

The Trust warmly welcomes applications from experienced staff or ECTs, including those due to qualify in summer 2025 for a September 2025 start. They offer a bespoke school-led ECT programme, providing comprehensive support and guidance to help you thrive in your teaching career. An excellent ECT package is available.

SALARY: £31,650 - £49,084 per annum (Actual) MPR/UPR + Benefits

LOCATION: Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

JOB OVERVIEW

Are you a passionate and creative English Teacher eager to inspire students and shape their futures?

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a dynamic English Teacher withexcellent interpersonal and communication skills and a love for teaching to join an exceptional English Department.

As the English Teacher you will be given a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference. Each school within the Trust follows their own bespoke, resourced and skilfully planned curriculum.

What makes the English department special?

Imagine working alongside a large, supportive, and friendly team of over 17 English teachers, all passionate about sharing their expertise and resources. They're a collaborative team, dedicated to continuous improvement and innovation. Here's what awaits you:

• Dedicated support: Benefit from the assistance of a dedicated Core Progress assistant, solely focused on supporting students and staff.
• Engaging curriculum: Teach a thoroughly planned and resourced curriculum across all year groups, building a coherent and robust "5-year journey" for students.
• Opportunities to shape lessons: Contribute to the ongoing evolution of this dynamic curriculum which is evaluated and reflected on continually as a team.
• Reading for pleasure: Foster a love of reading in KS3 with dedicated fortnightly lessons in the well-equipped LRC.
• Classic texts & powerful themes: Engage students with compelling KS4 texts like Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, A Christmas Carol, An Inspector Calls, Macbeth, and the "Power and Conflict" poetry anthology.
• Continuous growth: Benefit from a robust CPD program, including whole-school sessions, curriculum meetings, workshops, and opportunities to learn from experienced colleagues.
• Enriching experiences: Develop students' cultural capital through a diverse range of trips and co-curricular activities.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

As an English Teacher you will need:

• Qualified Teacher Status – or ECT status.
• Ability to set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils.
• Ability to plan and teach well-structured lessons.
• Ability to adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils.
• Excellent inter-personal skills, with enthusiasm and energy.
• Approachability and the ability to deal sensitively with staff, parents & children.
• Excellent administrative and organisational abilities, and an eye for detail.

BENEFITS

• Make a difference: Shape the futures of children in the community.
• Competitive salary: A highly competitive salary package.
• Exceptional CPD: Invest in your future with the high-quality professional development program.
• Career progression: Explore numerous opportunities for career advancement.
• On-Site leisure centre: Enjoy discounted staff membership at the modern on-site Leisure Centre.
• Cycle-to-work scheme: Take advantage of a tax-efficient Cycle-to-Work scheme.
• Free parking: Benefit from free and ample on-site parking.
• Excellent transport links: Enjoy convenient access to public transportation.
• Teachers' pension scheme: Secure your future with enrolment in the Teachers' Pension Scheme.
• Supportive community: Be part of a welcoming, supportive, friendly, and sociable team.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The school will ensure that all their recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service / DBS checks along with other relevant employment checks.

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