English Teacher Secondary

Inspire. Challenge. Empower. Make an Impact.

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire Role: English Teacher Salary: Pay to Scale Contract: Full-time | Contract Start Date: September

We are seeking an ambitious, passionate and inspirational English Teacher to join a high-performing and supportive school in Leeds
.

This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about English, literature, language and the power of education to make a genuine difference to the lives and outcomes of young people.

Whether you are an experienced teacher looking for your next opportunity or an Early Career Teacher (ECT) ready to begin the next stage of your career, we would love to hear from you.

As an English Teacher, you will:

• Deliver high-quality, engaging and appropriately challenging English lessons across the relevant key stages.
• Plan and teach lessons that develop pupils’
  knowledge, skills, confidence and love of English
  .
• Set high expectations for achievement, behaviour and personal development.
• Promote strong progress and positive outcomes for all pupils.
• Use assessment effectively to identify gaps, address misconceptions and adapt teaching.
• Differentiate and adapt learning to meet the needs of pupils with a wide range of abilities, including pupils with SEND and additional needs.
• Establish a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment built on mutual respect.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour through consistent, fair and effective classroom management.
• Contribute positively to curriculum development and the wider English department.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to share effective practice and improve outcomes.
• Support pupils to become confident readers, writers, communicators and independent learners.
• Develop positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents and carers.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and its enrichment opportunities.

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an appropriate recognised teaching qualification.
• Strong subject knowledge in English
  .
• A genuine passion for teaching English and inspiring young people.
• High expectations of pupil achievement, behaviour and personal development
  .
• The ability to plan and deliver consistently effective lessons.
• Strong classroom and behaviour-management skills.
• An understanding of how to support pupils with different needs and starting points.
• Effective assessment and feedback practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to professional development and reflective practice.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative school team.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

• Bring creativity, enthusiasm and energy to the classroom.
• Have a strong understanding of the English curriculum and examination requirements.
• Can inspire pupils who may lack confidence or engagement with English.
• Are committed to inclusion and ensuring every pupil can succeed
  .
• Want to contribute to a positive, ambitious and supportive school culture.
• Are reflective practitioners who actively seek to improve their teaching.

Join a school where great teaching is valued, professional development is encouraged and staff are supported to succeed.

You can expect:

• Pay to Scale
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A supportive and collaborative English department.
• A strong commitment to high-quality teaching and learning.
• Support for Early Career Teachers where applicable.
• A positive and inclusive school environment.
• Opportunities to contribute ideas and develop your professional practice.
• The opportunity to make a real difference to young people in Leeds.

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility.

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
, follow the school's safeguarding and…