Job overview
Falcons Learning School is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and inspirational English Teacher to deliver high-quality teaching and learning across ages 11-18. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, delivering, and assessing engaging English lessons that enable learners to achieve their academic potential while developing confidence, communication skills, and a lifelong appreciation of literature and language.
The post holder will contribute to the school's commitment to providing a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where all students can succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching and Learning
- Plan and deliver engaging English Language and English Literature lessons in line with the National Curriculum and examination specifications.
- Differentiate teaching strategies to meet the needs of learners with varying abilities, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
- Set high expectations for student achievement, behaviour, and engagement.
- Monitor, assess, and record student progress accurately and effectively.
- Provide constructive feedback to support learner development and attainment.
- Prepare students for internal and external examinations.
Curriculum Development
- Contribute to the planning, development, and review of the English curriculum.
- Develop high-quality teaching resources and schemes of work.
- Promote literacy across the curriculum and support whole-school literacy initiatives.
- Keep up to date with curriculum changes, educational research, and best practice.
Student Support and Safeguarding
- Build positive relationships with students, parents/carers, and colleagues.
- Support students' personal development, wellbeing, and academic progress.
- Act as a tutor or mentor where required.
- Maintain accurate records relating to attendance, behaviour, and achievement.
- Adhere to all safeguarding, child protection, and health and safety policies.
Behaviour Management
- Implement the school's behaviour policy consistently and fairly.
- Create a positive learning environment that promotes respect, inclusion, and engagement.
- Address behavioural concerns proactively and effectively.
Professional Responsibilities
- Participate in staff meetings, training, parents' evenings, and school events.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to improve teaching and learning outcomes.
- Engage in continuous professional development.
- Contribute positively to the wider life of the school.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
- Degree in English or a related subject.
Essential Experience
- Experience teaching English within a secondary school setting.
- Experience of planning and delivering effective lessons.
- Experience of assessing student progress and using data to improve outcomes.
- Experience of working with students with diverse learning needs.
Essential Knowledge and Skills
- Strong subject knowledge in English Language and Literature.
- Understanding of current curriculum requirements and examination specifications.
- Excellent classroom management skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to motivate and inspire young people.
- Commitment to inclusive education and safeguarding.
Desirable Criteria
- Experience teaching GCSE English.
- Experience working with learners with SEND, SEMH, or additional learning needs.
- Evidence of leading extracurricular activities related to literacy, reading, drama, or creative writing.
Safeguarding Statement
Falcons Learning School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and all relevant pre-employment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance.
Equal Opportunities
Falcons Learning School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Pay: £33,000.00-£39,700.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person
