English Teacher

Job title : English Teacher
Start date : September 2024 
Location : Chelmsford
Pay: To scale (£30,000-£47,000)

Are you a dedicated educator ready to inspire students and foster a love for learning in a dynamic grammar school?
Do you have a passion for English language and literature, and a desire to cultivate strong communication skills and critical thinking in your students?
Are you excited to be part of a collaborative team of educators in a school known for its commitment to excellence in secondary education, and contribute to the academic and personal growth of our students?
TeacherActive is proud to be working with a well-regarded grammar school situated in the heart of Chelmsford. They are committed to providing students with a well-rounded and comprehensive education, whilst striving to foster critical thinking, creativity, and a love for learning across all subjects.

Our school is seeking a passionate and dedicated English Teacher to join their highly regarded English department. The successful candidate will have a genuine enthusiasm for teaching English, a deep understanding of the subject matter up to an advanced level, and the ability to inspire and engage students who are learning English at an honour level. 

Key Responsibilities:

Plan and deliver high-quality English lessons that nurture strong communication skills, literary analysis, and a love for literature.
Cultivate a supportive learning environment that encourages creativity, critical thinking, and a lifelong appreciation for language and storytelling.
Monitor and assess student progress, providing constructive feedback to support their academic and personal development.
Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and contribute to the overall improvement of the English department.
Actively participate in literary-related extracurricular activities and contribute to the wider school community.
Qualifications

A relevant degree in English, Literature, or a related field.
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
Demonstrated experience as an English Teacher at the secondary school level.
Experience teaching Advanced English, having worked on the 11+ being a big bonus. 
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
A commitment to ongoing professional development and a desire to stay current with educational best practices..
In return for the above you can expect to receive:

A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the onboarding easy process
Guaranteed payment scheme *T&Cs apply*
CDP Courses and certificates as part of My-Progression channel
Market leading rates of pay
TeacherActive Referral Scheme- Receive up to £100 when you refer a fried *T&Cs apply*
Our Staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you are paying the right level of TAC and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of you hard earned cash.

If you’re a English Teacher and are thinking this sounds like the ideal next role for you, then click “APPLY NOW” and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.
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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

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Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

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