Teacher

Empowering Learning; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Empowering Learning is seeking a dedicated primary class teacher for a Southend-on-Sea school. The role demands planning, delivering engaging lessons and supporting pupils with diverse needs. You will work in a supportive team focused on high standards and safeguarding.

Applicants must have UK QTS, excellent communication skills, and a positive, proactive approach. The position offers professional development and collaborative opportunities within a friendly community.

Qualifications

• Must hold UK QTS with valid teaching registration.
• Experience with pupils with SEN and inclusive practices.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Positive attitude, resilience and ability to collaborate effectively.
• Proactive in taking the lead and supporting colleagues.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging daily lessons using varied methods.
• Prepare teaching materials ahead of each lesson.
• Organise classroom displays and resources for effective learning.
• Assess and track pupil progress, including homework results.
• Collaborate with other professionals (e.g., social workers, psychologists).
• Communicate regularly with parents about pupil development.
• Keep up to date with the curriculum and best practices.

Skills

QTS

SEN experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Proactive

Lead initiatives

Job description

Overview

An outstanding school in Southend‑On‑Sea is looking for primary class teachers to join a highly successful team. They aim to inspire young people and create a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging learning on a daily basis using innovative methods
• Prepare teaching materials ahead of each lesson
• Organise the classroom, display and resources
• Evaluate pupils’ homework
• Keep an eye on each child’s progress
• Work with other educational professionals such as social workers or psychologists
• Communicate with parents
• Stay up to date with the curriculum and best practices

Qualifications & Person Specification

• Must have UK QTS
• Excellent record of knowledge and practice with children with SEN
• Excellent communication skills
• Optimistic and positive approach
• Able to bond and work well within a team
• Proactive in taking the lead

School Details

• Friendly and supportive school that values collaboration and encourages the whole community to work together as one
• Access to a creative and inspiring curriculum with bespoke pathways to meet student needs
• A variety of fun whole‑school events to celebrate the community
• Bespoke training and induction program
• Support for professional development and career progression

Commitments & Legal Statements

Empowering Learning Ltd. is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to display this commitment. The successful candidate will have to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997, provide two professional references covering at least the last two years, and complete the online application followed by a video or face‑to‑face interview. Empowering Learning Ltd is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation.