Are you passionate about ensuring every student can thrive, regardless of their first language?
Bitterne Park School is seeking to appoint an outstanding and committed EAL Co-ordinator to lead and develop our provision for students who speak English as an Additional Language (EAL).
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated teacher to make a significant impact on student outcomes by championing inclusive practice, supporting colleagues and ensuring that all EAL learners are able to access the curriculum and achieve their full potential.
Working closely with senior leaders, curriculum leaders, pastoral teams and the SEND department, you will play a key role in developing high-quality teaching strategies, monitoring progress and supporting the integration and achievement of our diverse student population.
Key Responsibilities
1. Teaching and Learning
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Plan and deliver high-quality EAL support and intervention for students at varying levels of English proficiency.
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Teach small groups or individual students to develop speaking, listening, reading and writing skills.
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Adapt teaching materials and resources to support access to the secondary curriculum.
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Assess student progress in English language acquisition and maintain accurate records.
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Support students in developing the language skills required to achieve academic success across all subjects.
2. Coordination and Provision
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Work with the Senior Leadership Team Link for EAL in the development and implementation of the school's EAL Strategy.
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Identify EAL students' needs through assessment, screening and induction processes.
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Monitor and track the progress of EAL learners across all year groups.
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Maintain an accurate and up-to-date register of EAL students, including English proficiency levels.
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Analyse attainment and progress data to identify trends and inform intervention planning.
3. Staff Support and Training
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Provide guidance and practical strategies to teachers on supporting EAL learners within mainstream classrooms.
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Deliver staff training, workshops or briefings on effective and inclusive teaching practices.
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Work collaboratively with subject departments to develop differentiated learning materials and approaches.
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Promote whole-school awareness of the needs of EAL learners and strategies that improve outcomes.
4. Student Support and Inclusion
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Support the successful integration of newly arrived students into school life.
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Promote inclusion and celebrate linguistic and cultural diversity throughout the school community.
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Work closely with pastoral teams to support students' wellbeing, attendance and engagement.
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Act as a key advocate for EAL learners, ensuring their needs are recognised and addressed.
5. Communication and Liaison
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Build positive relationships with parents and carers, including those with limited English proficiency.
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Liaise with external agencies and support services where appropriate.
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Support communication between school and families, including arranging translation or interpretation services where necessary.
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Work collaboratively with staff, families and external professionals to ensure a joined-up approach to supporting students.
Join us and help ensure that every student has the opportunity to succeed, regardless of the language they speak when they arrive.
Position: 32.5 hours per week.
Grade: up to Unqualified Teacher Scale - point 6: £35259
Start date: September 2026 (or sooner if available)
In line with Department for Education guidance, Keeping Children Safe in Education, we are required to carry out an online search on all shortlisted candidates. Should any concerns be identified, they will be discussed with you at interview.
Bitterne Park School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks, along with other relevant employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.
Requirements
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Is an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations of all learners.
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Has experience of supporting students with English as an Additional Language.
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Has a strong understanding of language acquisition and effective EAL teaching strategies.
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Can inspire and influence colleagues to improve outcomes for EAL learners.
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Has excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills.
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Is committed to inclusion, equality and raising achievement for all students.
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Can build positive relationships with students, families and staff.
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Shares the school's commitment to excellence, ambition and opportunity for every learner.
Benefits
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A comprehensive programme of professional development and leadership training.
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A collaborative and supportive staff team.
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Opportunities for career progression and development.
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Access to a wide range of employee wellbeing initiatives.
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Membership of the Teachers' Pension Scheme.
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Free on-site parking and excellent facilities.
