English Teacher for Trauma-Informed SEND School

Compass Community Limited.; Colchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff laptop

Mobile phone

Extensive training

Small class sizes TA support

Flexible pension

Wellbeing services

Job summary

Compass Community Limited is seeking an English specialist to plan and deliver a curriculum spanning Entry Level to GCSE for pupils aged 6–16 at CCS Pembroke Park, Colchester. The role emphasises nurturing relationships, high aspirations, and inclusive learning in a therapeutic environment.

You will contribute to academic and extra-curricular development, supporting students with SEMH/SEND needs, and collaborate with staff to drive outcomes in a trauma-informed setting.

Qualifications

• English specialist capable of planning and delivering a curriculum spanning Entry Level, Functional Skills, Key Stage 3 and GCSE.
• Experience in managing challenging behaviours with a nurturing approach.
• Ability to contribute to both academic and extracurricular development of pupils.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver the English curriculum from Entry Level to GCSE.
• Maintain high aspirations and adapt to each child’s learning journey.
• Manage complex behaviours with supportive, non-judgemental communication.
• Be involved in school decision-making around curriculum and activities.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Classroom management

Relationship building

Differentiation

Job description

Compass Community Limited is seeking an English specialist to plan and deliver a curriculum spanning Entry Level to GCSE for pupils aged 6–16 at CCS Pembroke Park, Colchester. The role emphasises nurturing relationships, high aspirations, and inclusive learning in a therapeutic environment.

You will contribute to academic and extra-curricular development, supporting students with SEMH/SEND needs, and collaborate with staff to drive outcomes in a trauma-informed setting.