GCSE English Teacher

Chichester College Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A further education institution in the UK is looking for a passionate GCSE English Teacher to inspire students aged 16–19. The role offers flexibility in hours, a competitive salary ranging from £26,716 to £41,659 per annum, and extensive staff benefits including annual leave and professional development opportunities. Ideal candidates will have relevant teaching experience and the ability to create engaging lesson plans.

Benefits

Teachers Pension Scheme

40 days annual leave

Discount schemes

Family friendly policies

Continuous professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in GCSE or Functional Skills teaching.
• Willingness to work towards a Level 3 coaching qualification.
• Ability to meet targets and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and guide students through their GCSE English course.
• Create engaging lesson plans.
• Deliver training sessions onsite or at employers' premises.

Skills

Teaching and assessing experience

Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365

Time management

Organisational skills

Innovative and creative skills

Education

Relevant teaching qualification

Job description

Overview

Chichester College Group have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a GCSE English Teacher at our Chichester College campus. You will join us on either a part time or full time, permanent basis, and in return we will offer a competitive salary pro rata of GBP26,716 to GBP41,659 per annum.

Are you passionate about helping students unlock their full potential in English? We're on the lookout for enthusiastic and dedicated English Teachers to join our dynamic team at Chichester College.

Role

The GCSE English Teacher role involves inspiring and guiding our 16–19 year old students through their GCSE English course. You will create engaging lesson plans tailored to the needs of diverse learners. Your expertise and enthusiasm will ensure our students are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their English GCSEs and to develop key English skills for everyday life. Various hours are available for this role; please state in your application form whether you are looking for full time or part time.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking teaching and learning related activities, including tutoring, as agreed.
• Devising a range of effective training materials, including online materials.
• Ensuring that appropriate learning materials are prepared and assessments and assignments are undertaken in a timely manner.
• Delivering training sessions to a range of customers and clients either onsite or at employers premises.
• Liaising with other staff as appropriate to ensure a high standard of learning.
• Providing effective feedback to clients.
• Undertaking administration and providing reports and statistics regarding student and teaching matters.
• Monitoring student enrolment, success rates and taking remedial action where necessary, including final assessments where required.
• Monitoring and maintaining equipment and preparing replacement plans.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Relevant GCSE / Functional Skills / ESOL teaching and assessing experience in related subject.
• Experience in curriculum delivery and associated administration.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 applications.
• Level 3 coaching qualification or willingness to work towards a qualification.
• Time management, organisational skills and the ability to meet targets and deadlines.
• Innovative and creative in meeting the needs of learners.

Staff Benefits

• Teachers Pension Scheme – the Group contributes 28.68% of your actual pensionable pay.
• 40 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement and a wellbeing day. Plus, the opportunity to purchase up to 5 days additional leave.
• Discount schemes including discounts on shopping, restaurants, travel and onsite facilities such as our gym and First Steps Childcare nurseries (specific campuses only).
• Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave (dependent on continuous service).
• Continuous professional development opportunities including back to industry days and the Learning & Skills Teacher Apprenticeship for unqualified teaching staff, plus access to a range of other courses and activities.
• And much more – check out the Staff Benefits booklet attached to this advert for more information about our benefits.

Working at Chichester College Group

Working in a vibrant and inclusive further education college is an inspiring experience. Our staff focus on delivering outstanding teaching, learning and support, with a diverse student body, supportive services, innovative teaching methods, community engagement and a celebration of individual differences.

Application information

Closing date: 8th September 2025

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All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include a check of the barred lists and any relevant overseas checks.

The Chichester College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include a check of the barred lists and any relevant overseas checks. We vigorously pursue all safeguarding checks to ensure applicants are suitable to work with young people.

As users of the disability confidence scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

We are an equal opportunities employer.