English Teacher

About This Role

This English Teacher position involves delivering GCSE and Functional Skills English at WCG Drive, a 14-16 Direct Entry School at Warwick Trident College. The role includes shaping the English curriculum and supporting students with SEMH needs. Candidates who can also deliver PE, or Life Skills and PHSE, as part of a dual role are also of interest.

Responsibilities

• Develop the English curriculum, ensuring creativity, appropriate use of technology and outstanding quality against WCG Drive aims
• Teach GCSE and Functional Skills English through classroom and online teaching, tutorials, outreach and work experience placements
• Plan, develop and evaluate courses and course materials, and complete the associated preparation, marking and administration
• Maintain accurate records of learner progress and achievement, and agree target timescales with each learner
• Support learners’ needs by liaising with colleagues, and keep parents and learners informed through reports, parent evenings and regular contact
• Have ambitious expectations for all learners, including those with SEN and disabilities, and create a positive, safe and enriching learning environment
• Follow awarding body and College guidance on assessment, take part in internal verification and moderation, and support College quality assurance
• Work with the Headteacher on identifying barriers to the centre’s effectiveness and on realistic, timely improvement strategies
• Take part in team meetings, training and CPD, including the College’s Annual Reflection process
• Undertake exam invigilation during busy exam periods (training will be provided)

Requirements

• Qualified teacher status (QTLS or PGCE)
• Educated to degree level in a related subject
• GCSE grade A–C (or equivalent) in Maths and English
• Previous successful experience of teaching GCSE English
• Deep understanding of GCSE specifications (AQA, Edexcel or Eduqas) and the National Curriculum
• Experience of working with students with SEND, EAL or SEMH needs, and of providing effective pastoral support
• Ability to use a range of teaching strategies and assessment data to track progress and put effective interventions in place
• Ability to maintain a positive, safe and disciplined classroom in line with school policy
• Proficiency with digital tools such as MS Teams, Google Classroom and interactive whiteboards, with strong administrative and organisational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and a fluent level of spoken and written English
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt to the fast-paced nature of a school term
• A genuine passion for the wellbeing and personal development of young people