English Teacher - York

Salary: M1 - M6

We are now looking for a compassionate, dynamic, and creative English Teacher to join our dedicated team, where you will have the opportunity to engage students and support their academic and emotional development through a tailored English curriculum.

This role offers a chance to build strong, supportive relationships with students, helping them to grow academically and personally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, deliver, and assess English lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, ensuring they are engaging, inclusive, and appropriately differentiated for our students.
• Create a safe, supportive, and positive learning environment where students feel valued and confident in their ability to succeed.
• Use a therapeutic, individualized approach to teaching, adapting strategies to meet the emotional and academic needs of each student.
• Encourage students to explore their creativity through reading, writing, and speaking, fostering a love for English in all forms.
• Provide regular feedback on student progress and well-being, working closely with parents, carers, and other staff to ensure consistent support.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement personalized learning plans, ensuring every student is supported to achieve their full potential.
• Actively participate in the wider school community, contributing to school events, extracurricular activities, and professional development.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a degree in English or a related field.
• Experience teaching English at Key Stage 3 and 4, ideally in a SEN or therapeutic setting, or a strong desire to learn and adapt.
• An understanding of the challenges faced by students with emotional and social difficulties, and a passion for using creative and therapeutic approaches to engage them.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive, trusting relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.
• Patience, empathy, and a flexible approach to teaching, with a focus on the well-being and personal growth of students.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to differentiate and adapt lessons to meet the individual needs of students.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive, safe, and supportive learning environment for all students.

• The opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of students with complex needs.
• A supportive, collaborative team committed to the professional growth and well-being of all staff.
• Access to ongoing training and professional development, particularly in therapeutic education and SEN.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A welcoming and inclusive school community where every staff member and student is valued.

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