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The Education Network; Dudley; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Education Network in Dudley is hiring an English Teacher to deliver engaging lessons across Key Stage 3 and 4 in a specialist alternative provision.

You will work with pastoral staff and support colleagues to promote positive behaviour, engagement, and progression, helping students prepare for GCSE English where appropriate. The role offers a supportive team and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• QTS required.
• Experience teaching English at secondary level.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Ability to engage students who may have disengaged from education.
• Patient, resilient and positive approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Genuine passion for helping young people achieve their potential.

Responsibilities

• Teach English to small classes of Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students.
• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons.
• Support students who may have SEMH needs and barriers to learning.
• Prepare students for GCSE English where appropriate.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with students.
• Manage behaviour effectively and consistently.
• Monitor progress and adapt teaching to meet individual needs.
• Work collaboratively with pastoral and support teams.

Skills

Classroom management

Behaviour management

Communication

Student engagement

Patience

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

English Teacher – Alternative Provision – Dudley

Are you an enthusiastic English Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a genuine difference to young people who have faced barriers to learning? This specialist alternative provision in Dudley is looking for a dedicated English Teacher to join its supportive and committed team.

The school provides a nurturing and structured environment for students who may have struggled within mainstream education. With smaller class sizes and a strong focus on relationships, behaviour and individual progress, teachers have the opportunity to really get to know their students and help them succeed.

As an English Teacher, you will deliver engaging and accessible lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, adapting your teaching to meet the needs of individual learners. You will work closely with pastoral staff and experienced support colleagues to encourage positive behaviour, improve engagement and help students develop the confidence and skills they need for their next steps.

The Role:

• Teach English to small classes of Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students
• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons
• Support students who may have SEMH needs and barriers to learning
• Prepare students for GCSE English where appropriate
• Build positive and trusting relationships with students
• Manage behaviour effectively and consistently
• Monitor progress and adapt teaching to meet individual needs
• Work collaboratively with pastoral and support teams

The Successful Candidate Will Have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching English at secondary level
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• The ability to engage students who may have become disengaged from education
• A patient, resilient and positive approach
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• A genuine passion for helping young people achieve their potential

In Return You Will Receive:

• A rewarding opportunity within a specialist alternative provision
• Small class sizes and excellent levels of support
• A supportive and collaborative staff team
• Strong leadership and clear behaviour systems
• Opportunities for professional development
• The chance to make a genuine difference to young people's lives
• Competitive rates of pay based on experience

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.

The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.