Job Title: Secondary School English Teacher

Location: Tower Hamlets

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £36,745 - £56,959

Job Description:

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Secondary School English Teacher to join us in supporting a Ofsted rated ‘OUTSTANDING’ Secondary school in East London. As an English Teacher, you will inspire students with a love for literature, language, and critical thinking skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Curriculum Delivery: Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging English lessons in line with the national curriculum, incorporating a range of teaching strategies and resources to cater to diverse learning styles.

• Literary Exploration: Introduce students to a variety of literary genres, texts, and authors, fostering their appreciation for literature and developing their analytical and interpretive skills.

• Language Development: Facilitate the development of students' written and oral communication skills, providing opportunities for creative expression, critical analysis, and effective communication.

• Assessment and Feedback: Implement formative and summative assessment strategies to monitor student progress, providing timely and constructive feedback to support their academic growth and achievement.

• Literacy Across the Curriculum: Promote literacy across all subject areas, collaborating with colleagues to integrate literacy skills into their teaching and supporting students' literacy development beyond the English classroom.

• Cultural Awareness: Explore diverse cultural perspectives and voices within literature, encouraging students to develop empathy, tolerance, and an understanding of the world around them.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification with a specialisation in English.

• Relevant degree in English literature, language, or related field.

• Previous experience teaching English KS5 at the secondary level is desirable.

• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for English language and literature.

• Effective classroom management skills and the ability to create an inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued and supported.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.

• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying abreast of current educational trends and best practices in English teaching.

Benefits:

• Opportunities for continued professional development and career advancement.

• Supportive leadership and a collaborative working environment.

• Contributory pension scheme.

• Access to employee assistance program.

• Other benefits as per school/institution policy.

If you are an enthusiastic and innovative educator with a passion for English literature and language education, we invite you to apply.