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Teacher of English
Do You Hustle in a School Where High Expectations Meet Fierce Leadership Support?
Dream of becoming a transformative mentor who lifts student confidence before their GCSE exams?
Eager to collaborate with a dynamic team of forward-thinking English educators?
About the Role
This is a full-time position commencing September, tailored for an enthusiastic, expert English specialist to teach Key Stages 3-4. Your mission:
- Deliver a knowledge-rich curriculum that nurtures an appreciation for language and literature.
- Motivate diverse pupils, champion critical analysis, and enhance academic progress within a highly unified department.
About the School
Our 11-16 secondary academy in Doncaster is part of a prestigious academy trust. Driven by:
- High aspirations and exemplary behaviour standards.
- A welcoming, inclusive learning environment.
- Centralised professional development frameworks and a behavioural system tailored to instructional excellence.
- A community-focused ethos celebrating collective success.
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Key Requirements
- QTS/Equivalent: QTS, QTLS, or a recognised UK teaching credential.
- Enhanced DBS: Valid check registered with the DfE Update Service (or commitment to secure it immediately).
- Curriculum Expertise: Knowledge of GCSE examination specifications and modern frameworks.
- Right to Work: Proof of UK employment authorisation.
Key Skills
- Advanced Subject Literacy: Deep command of English Language and Literature for KS3/4.
- Behaviour Management: Use positive reinforcement techniques to sustain focus and order.
- Adaptive Teaching: Differentiate for SEND and EAL pupils.
- Progress Tracking: Analyse data to spot gaps and help students.
- Formative Feedback: Use live marking, questioning, and verbal cues for impact.
- Interpersonal Communication: Engage effectively with students, families, and teams.
Responsibilities
- Design and deliver engaging, rigorous English lessons tailored to learner needs.
- Monitor and report on academic progress, attainment, and effort for assigned pupils.
- Set elevated student behaviour standards for a purposeful learning environment.
- Collaborate with colleagues to improve schemes of learning and shared resources.
- Attend parents’ evenings, department briefings, and whole-school training.
- Serve as Form Tutor, offering compassionate pastoral care and supporting student well-being.
- Identify struggling pupils and deploy interventions to maximise GCSE outcomes.
- Uphold academy/Trust policies, including safeguarding and welfare.
- Provide professional, constructive marking aligned with school assessment strategy.
- Commit to continuous reflective practice and professional growth.
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What We Offer
- A collaborative, supportive faculty committed to student success.
- Excellent career advancement opportunities.
- Premium professional development from a leading trust.
- A culture of gratitude and mutual success.
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