Teacher of English

Job Title: Teacher of English

Location:

Hull
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Start Date: As Soon As Possible
Salary Scale: £34,068 to £52,834 per annum (MPS/UPS)

Are you a passionate English Teacher with a strong understanding of GCSE English? Do you have the patience, adaptability and enthusiasm to support young people aged 15–19 and help them achieve their potential?

GSL Education Hull Branch are currently seeking a Teacher of English to work in a specialist educational setting in Hull, supporting GCSE students aged 15-19. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated teacher who can make English accessible and engaging for learners who may have experienced barriers to education.

The successful Teacher of English will deliver engaging and appropriately challenging lessons to GCSE-aged learners, helping them develop their English Language and Literature knowledge, literacy and confidence. You will create a calm, structured and supportive classroom environment while adapting your teaching to meet individual learning needs.

• Plan and deliver engaging English lessons appropriate for GCSE students aged 15–19.
• Teach and support learners with GCSE English Language and Literature content, as required.
• Adapt lessons, resources and teaching strategies to meet a range of individual learning needs.
• Build positive relationships with learners and encourage confidence, motivation and consistent engagement.
• Assess pupils’ work, provide constructive feedback and monitor progress towards their learning goals.
• Maintain a calm, inclusive and purposeful classroom environment, supporting positive behaviour and high expectations.

• QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Strong subject knowledge and confidence teaching GCSE English to learners aged 15–19.
• Previous experience teaching secondary or post-16 learners is desirable.
• Experience supporting young people with additional needs, barriers to learning or challenging behaviour would be advantageous.
• Patient, adaptable and resilient approach, with strong classroom management and relationship-building skills.
• An up-to-date CV covering the last 10 years with explanations for any gaps
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.