Teacher of English. Job in Chalfont St. Peter Education & Training Jobs

Tradewind Recruitment; Chalfont St Peter; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent school in Buckinghamshire is seeking a qualified Teacher of English to join their community. This role involves teaching KS3 and KS4 students, developing engaging lessons, and contributing to the English department's development. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and relevant teaching qualifications. The school offers support from personal consultants and access to numerous CPD courses, with an immediate start available.

Benefits

Tailored support from education consultant

Access to CPD courses

Qualifications

• Experience teaching English at KS3 and KS4 is essential.
• Enhanced DBS Checked and Safeguarding Trained or willing to complete.
• Based in or reliably commutable to Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire.

Responsibilities

• Teach English Language and Literature to KS3 and KS4 students.
• Develop creative and engaging lessons.
• Assess and monitor student progress.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Creativity in lesson development

Education

Relevant Degree to English/Teaching

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Overview

Teacher of English - Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire

Do you hold a passion for inspiring students with the power of language and literature? This outstanding independent school in Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire is seeking a Teacher of English to join its school community, with an immediate start available.

The school ethos focuses on small class sizes and personalised learning, offering a unique opportunity to work closely with students and support their academic and personal growth.

About the Role

As a Teacher of English, you will be responsible for delivering engaging lessons across KS3 - KS4, with the potential to lead classes at KS5. A love of literature, writing, and language skills is key to the role, to inspire and aid students in achieving academically, with creativity.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach English Language and Literature to KS3 and KS4 students
• Develop creative, engaging, and creative lessons
• Assess and monitor student progress
• Create an inclusive and supportive learning environment
• Contribute to the development of the English department

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent (preferred)
• Relevant Degree to English/Teaching (preferred)
• Experience teaching English at KS3 and KS4 (essential)
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Based in, or reliably commutable to Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire
• Enhanced DBS Checked, Safeguarding Trained (or willing to apply/complete)

Why Work With Tradewind?

Tradewind offers tailored support from Charlie, your personal education consultant, with over 10 years of experience in the sector. Additionally, we provide access to over 2500 FREE CPD courses and resources, focusing your development for career progression within a wide range of partner schools.

To Apply

For an informal introduction regarding this role, give Charlie at Tradewind a call now on (phone number removed), alternatively, send your up-to-date CV and cover letter to (url removed) for an immediate callback.