English Teacher

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    Location
    Bedfordshire
    Date

    DUNBAR EDUCATION

    Location:
    Dunstable, Bedfordshire
    Start Date:
    January 2025
    Contract Type:
    Permanent, Full-Time

    Overview

    We are seeking a dedicated and passionate English Teacher
    to join our dynamic team at an Alternative Provision School
    in Dunstable. This role offers the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of students who may face barriers to mainstream education. You will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality English education, nurturing academic progress, and supporting the holistic development of students with diverse and complex needs.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Plan and deliver engaging English lessons tailored to the individual learning needs of students.
    • Support students with behavioral, emotional, and social difficulties, ensuring they are able to access and engage with the curriculum.
    • Use a range of teaching strategies to motivate and inspire students, fostering a love for English literature and language.
    • Assess and track student progress, setting challenging but achievable targets.
    • Work collaboratively with other staff members, including teaching assistants, SEN specialists, and pastoral staff to provide a holistic approach to student development.
    • Maintain a positive, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
    • Implement individual learning plans (ILPs) and support the personalized learning journey of each student.
    • Participate in the wider school community, contributing to extracurricular activities and school initiatives.
    • Liaise with parents/carers, external agencies, and stakeholders to support the progress and well-being of students.

    Essential Qualifications and Experience:

    • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
    • Experience teaching English at KS3 and KS4 level.
    • Proven ability to work effectively with students who have special educational needs (SEN), including social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges.
    • Strong classroom management skills, with experience of working in a challenging environment.
    • A genuine commitment to inclusive education and a desire to support all students to achieve their full potential.

    Desirable Qualifications and Experience:

    • Experience working in alternative provision, pupil referral units (PRUs), or similar settings.
    • Knowledge of restorative approaches and trauma-informed teaching practices.
    • Experience in implementing behavior management strategies.

    Personal Attributes:

    • Resilient, adaptable, and able to maintain a positive approach in a challenging environment.
    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with students, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
    • A patient, empathetic, and nurturing approach to teaching.

    How to Apply:
    Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role.

    Apply for this position