English Teacher (SEND Post-16)

Fastispeed Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Birmingham is seeking an English Teacher specializing in supporting SEND learners aged 16-25. This flexible role allows for full-time, part-time, or sessional contracts and focuses on practical English skills essential for adulthood. Applicants should have strong English knowledge and an ability to adapt teaching methods for learners with diverse needs. Safeguarding requirements are paramount, and a supportive team awaits to collaborate on enhancing student learning.

Qualifications

• Ability to deliver engaging sessions adapted for SEND needs.
• Experience in small-group teaching or one-on-one interventions.
• Confidence in supporting learners with anxiety and communication needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver English sessions to a diverse range of SEND learners.
• Assess and track learner progress with clear targets.
• Maintain a positive, calm learning environment.

Skills

Strong English/literacy knowledge

Adaptability for SEND learners

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Qualified teacher (QTS / QTLS / PGCE / CertEd)

Job description

Job Vacancy: English Teacher (SEND Post-16) — Flexible Requirements

British Creative Institute (BCI) – On-site at Birmingham (B44 8SF) and/or Walsall (WS3 2QW)

Start: ASAP (January 2026 start available)

Contract: Flexible – Full-time (term-time), Part-time, or sessional options considered

Salary: Competitive (above National Minimum Wage), dependent on experience/qualifications

About BCI

British Creative Institute (BCI) is a specialist post-16 setting supporting learners aged 16–25 with SEND. We provide a supportive, structured environment where learners build confidence and skills through a blended curriculum of core learning and creative pathways.

The Role (Flexible – based on your strengths)

We are seeking an English professional who can support learners working at Entry Level through Level 2, using a practical, accessible approach. Depending on your experience, the role can include a mix of the following:

• Entry Level English and communication foundations (speaking & listening, reading for meaning, basic writing)
• Functional Skills English (Entry Level / Level 1 / Level 2)
• GCSE English Language (Foundation) support / resit support (where appropriate)
• Small-group teaching and/or 1:1 interventions
• Anxiety-aware re-engagement sessions for learners who struggle with attendance
• Literacy catch-up and phonics-informed approaches (where needed)
• Practical English for adulthood: forms, emails, CVs, interview preparation, workplace communication

We will shape the timetable around your strengths and what our learners need most.

Key Responsibilities (tailored to your remit)

• Deliver engaging English sessions that are accessible for a wide range of SEND needs (ASD, ADHD, SEMH, anxiety, communication needs).
• Differentiate effectively: visuals, scaffolds, chunked writing frames, supported reading, repetition, practical tasks, assistive tech where helpful.
• Assess starting points and track progress using clear targets and evidence.
• Support learners to develop confidence in communication, reading, and writing—celebrating small steps and building independence.
• Contribute to learner reviews (including EHCP outcomes) where required.
• Work collaboratively with the SENCo, pastoral team, and families to remove barriers to learning.
• Maintain a calm, consistent learning environment with clear routines and positive behaviour support.

Applicant Requirements

We welcome applications from candidates across schools, FE, tuition, alternative provision, and specialist SEND settings.

You could be:

• A qualified teacher (QTS / QTLS / PGCE / CertEd) OR
• A highly experienced English specialist/tutor with strong SEND experience OR
• An FE/Functional Skills English practitioner with a proven record of learner progress

What matters most

• Strong English/literacy knowledge and the ability to teach it in a clear, supportive way.
• Confidence adapting teaching for SEND learners and building trust.
• A safeguarding-first mindset and professional boundaries.

Desirable (not essential): Functional Skills delivery, exam preparation, experience with learners who have high anxiety / school refusal, use of phonics-informed approaches, experience supporting communication needs.

(If you’re the right person but don’t tick every box, we still want to hear from you.)

Safeguarding & Compliance

BCI is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to complete safer recruitment checks in line with statutory expectations for education settings, including:

• Enhanced DBS (and barred list check where the role is eligible/required)
• Identity, right-to-work, qualification/professional checks
• References (typically two professional; we may also request an additional character reference depending on the role)
• Staff understanding of safeguarding duties set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education (in force from 1 September 2025)
• Awareness of the Prevent duty as part of safeguarding responsibilities

Locations

• BCI Birmingham: 6 Dyas Road, Great Barr, Birmingham, B44 8SF
• BCI Walsall: Elmore Court, Elmore Road, Bloxwich, WS3 2QW

How to Apply

Email: [e-mail] with:

• CV
• Short supporting statement (your English approach for SEND learners + what you can deliver: Entry/FS/GCSE/support)
• Confirmation you can complete the required compliance checks