English Teacher – KS2

Ams UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Tayyibah Girls School is seeking an enthusiastic English Teacher to join our KS2 team on a full-time basis with an immediate start. You will deliver engaging lessons, assess pupil progress and contribute to the school community within an Islamic ethos.

We are looking for a passionate educator who can inspire reading, writing and oracy across KS2, differentiate for diverse learners and uphold safeguarding and high standards of behaviour.

Qualifications

• Strong subject knowledge in English.
• Understanding of effective teaching, assessment and classroom management.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality English lessons across KS2.
• Develop pupils’ reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.
• Teach grammar, punctuation, spelling, vocabulary and comprehension.
• Promote a love of reading and encourage pupils to read widely.
• Use a range of teaching strategies to engage and challenge pupils.
• Adapt teaching to meet the needs of pupils of different abilities.
• Assess and monitor pupils’ progress and use assessment information to inform planning.
• Provide appropriate support and challenge to ensure pupils make good progress.
• Establish high expectations for behaviour, effort, presentation and achievement.
• Create a positive, safe and purposeful learning environment.
• Maintain accurate records of assessment and pupil progress.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and the wider school community.
• Contribute to curriculum development and school improvement initiatives.
• Participate in meetings, training, duties and wider school activities.
• Support the school’s Islamic ethos, values and approach to character development.
• Carry out other reasonable duties associated with the role.

Skills

English teaching

KS2 class teaching

Safeguarding

Education

QTS

Primary teaching qualification

Job description

English Teacher - KS2 Tayyibah Girls School Position:Full-Time English Teacher - KS2 Start Date:Immediate Start Contract:Full-time Location:Tayyibah Girls' School

About Tayyibah Girls School

Tayyibah Girls School is an Islamic faith-based girls school committed to providing a high-quality education within a nurturing and supportive environment. We aim to develop confident, capable and well-rounded pupils who achieve academically while developing strong character, values and a love of learning.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, committed and inspirational English Teacher to join our KS2 team on a full-time basis, with an immediate start.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging and challenging English lessons across Key Stage 2, ensuring that pupils develop strong foundations in reading, writing, vocabulary, grammar, spelling and oracy. You will be expected to plan and deliver high-quality lessons that meet the needs of all learners, assess pupil progress effectively and contribute positively to the wider life of the school.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality English lessons across KS2.
• Develop pupils’ reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.
• Teach grammar, punctuation, spelling, vocabulary and comprehension effectively.
• Promote a love of reading and encourage pupils to read widely.
• Use a range of teaching strategies to engage and challenge pupils.
• Adapt teaching to meet the needs of pupils of different abilities.
• Assess and monitor pupils’ progress and use assessment information to inform planning.
• Provide appropriate support and challenge to ensure pupils make good progress.
• Establish high expectations for behaviour, effort, presentation and achievement.
• Create a positive, safe and purposeful learning environment.
• Maintain accurate records of assessment and pupil progress.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and the wider school community.
• Contribute to curriculum development and school improvement initiatives.
• Participate in meetings, training, duties and wider school activities.
• Support the school’s Islamic ethos, values and approach to character development.
• Carry out other reasonable duties associated with the role.

The Ideal Candidate

• An enthusiastic and passionate teacher of English.
• Committed to achieving high standards for all pupils.
• Able to create engaging, purposeful and well-structured lessons.
• Confident in teaching reading and writing across KS2.
• Able to differentiate effectively and support a range of learners.
• Organised, reliable and committed to professional development.
• A positive team player who works well with colleagues.
• Able to build strong and respectful relationships with pupils.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Supportive of the Islamic ethos and values of Tayyibah Girls' School.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

• Strong subject knowledge in English.
• Understanding of effective teaching, assessment and classroom management.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child protection.

Desirable:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an appropriate teaching qualification.
• Experience of teaching English within a primary setting.
• Experience of working within an Islamic faith-based school.

Safeguarding

Tayyibah Girls' School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references, in accordance with the school’s safeguarding procedures.

This position is available for an immediate start.

Tayyibah Girls' School is committed to equality, safeguarding and providing the best possible education and care for all our pupils.