Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated Full-Time Secondary Teacher of English to join our vibrant and inclusive school community in Hounslow. Committed to fostering a love of literature, language, and effective communication, the successful candidate will contribute to the school's mission of inspiring lifelong learners and nurturing well-rounded individuals. This role involves delivering high-quality English education across various key stages, supporting literacy development, and working collaboratively within the English department to uphold our standards of excellence. The position is full-time, with a starting date to be agreed, and offers an opportunity to be part of a school committed to academic rigour, personalised learning, and student well-being.
Key Responsibilities:
Teaching and Learning:
- Plan and deliver engaging English lessons across assigned key stages, covering literature, language, and creative writing.
- Teach reading comprehension, analytical skills, and critical evaluation of texts from diverse genres and periods.
- Develop students' written communication skills, including grammar, punctuation, spelling, and essay writing techniques.
- Foster speaking and listening skills through discussion, debate, drama, and presentation activities.
- Create a positive learning environment that encourages literary exploration and confident self-expression.
Assessment and Progress Monitoring:
- Assess student understanding through regular formative and summative assessments, including essays, creative writing, and oral presentations.
- Provide detailed, constructive feedback to support student progress across reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
- Track individual student literacy development and identify areas requiring additional support.
- Prepare students effectively for internal assessments, controlled assessments, and external examinations.
- Maintain accurate records of student achievement and progress data.
Curriculum Implementation and Development:
- Follow and contribute to departmental schemes of work aligned with the National Curriculum and examination specifications for English Language and Literature.
- Select and adapt texts that reflect multicultural perspectives and contemporary relevance.
- Integrate digital literacy, media studies, and modern communication methods into teaching.
- Support curriculum continuity and progression in literacy development across all classes.
Collaboration and Professional Development:
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to share resources, teaching strategies, and best practices.
- Participate actively in departmental meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.
- Contribute to curriculum planning, text selection, and departmental improvement initiatives.
- Support policies related to assessment, marking, and reading promotion.
- Mentor trainee teachers and newly qualified teachers within the English department.
Student Support and Intervention:
- Provide additional support for students with literacy difficulties and reading comprehension challenges.
- Offer extension activities for high-achieving students, including advanced literary analysis.
- Assist students in examination preparation, essay writing, and revision techniques.
- Identify and address gaps in literacy skills, vocabulary, and grammatical understanding.
- Collaborate with learning support teams for students with additional needs, including dyslexia.
Pastoral and Administrative Responsibilities:
- Act as a form tutor, supporting student welfare, attendance, and personal development.
- Maintain comprehensive lesson plans, assessment records, and administrative documentation.
- Communicate effectively with parents and carers regarding student progress.
- Participate in parents’ evenings, school events, and review meetings.
- Adhere to school policies on safeguarding, behaviour management, and child protection.
Whole-School Literacy Leadership:
- Support whole-school literacy initiatives and cross-curricular reading and writing projects.
- Contribute to library activities, reading campaigns, and celebrations such as World Book Day.
- Participate in extracurricular activities including creative writing clubs, debating societies, and drama productions.
- Support school publications, newsletters, and student journalism.
- Contribute to literacy intervention programmes and catch-up strategies.
Professional Standards and Development:
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments in English education, literature, and pedagogy.
- Engage in continuing professional development through courses, workshops, and research.
- Uphold professional teaching standards and promote the value of English education.
- Participate in performance management and set professional development goals.
- Contribute to innovative practices and educational research within the school.
Quality Assurance and Improvement:
- Engage in lesson observations, work scrutiny, and peer review activities.
- Contribute to departmental self-evaluation and improvement planning.
- Support moderation activities to ensure assessment standards are consistent.
- Implement feedback from evaluations to enhance teaching practice.
- Share successful strategies for engaging students with literature and developing writing skills.
Why Join Zen Educate?
At Zen Educate, we understand the importance of work-life balance for teachers and teaching assistants. Whether you are looking for better pay, more flexibility in your schedule, or hands-on support to help you find the right role, we are here to support you every step of the way. Join our platform today and let us help you take the next step in your career.…Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated Full-Time Secondary Teacher of English to join our vibrant and inclusive school community in Hounslow. Committed to fostering a love of literature, language, and effective communication, the successful candidate will contribute to the school's mission of inspiring lifelong learners and nurturing well-rounded individuals. This role involves delivering high-quality English education across various key stages, supporting literacy development, and working collaboratively within the English department to uphold our standards of excellence. The position is full-time, with a starting date to be agreed, and offers an opportunity to be part of a school committed to academic rigour, personalised learning, and student well-being.
Key Responsibilities:
Teaching and Learning:
- Plan and deliver engaging English lessons across assigned key stages, covering literature, language, and creative writing.
- Teach reading comprehension, analytical skills, and critical evaluation of texts from diverse genres and periods.
- Develop students' written communication skills, including grammar, punctuation, spelling, and essay writing techniques.
- Foster speaking and listening skills through discussion, debate, drama, and presentation activities.
- Create a positive learning environment that encourages literary exploration and confident self-expression.
Assessment and Progress Monitoring:
- Assess student understanding through regular formative and summative assessments, including essays, creative writing, and oral presentations.
- Provide detailed, constructive feedback to support student progress across reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
- Track individual student literacy development and identify areas requiring additional support.
- Prepare students effectively for internal assessments, controlled assessments, and external examinations.
- Maintain accurate records of student achievement and progress data.
Curriculum Implementation and Development:
- Follow and contribute to departmental schemes of work aligned with the National Curriculum and examination specifications for English Language and Literature.
- Select and adapt texts that reflect multicultural perspectives and contemporary relevance.
- Integrate digital literacy, media studies, and modern communication methods into teaching.
- Support curriculum continuity and progression in literacy development across all classes.
Collaboration and Professional Development:
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to share resources, teaching strategies, and best practices.
- Participate actively in departmental meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.
- Contribute to curriculum planning, text selection, and departmental improvement initiatives.
- Support policies related to assessment, marking, and reading promotion.
- Mentor trainee teachers and newly qualified teachers within the English department.
Student Support and Intervention:
- Provide additional support for students with literacy difficulties and reading comprehension challenges.
- Offer extension activities for high-achieving students, including advanced literary analysis.
- Assist students in examination preparation, essay writing, and revision techniques.
- Identify and address gaps in literacy skills, vocabulary, and grammatical understanding.
- Collaborate with learning support teams for students with additional needs, including dyslexia.
Pastoral and Administrative Responsibilities:
- Act as a form tutor, supporting student welfare, attendance, and personal development.
- Maintain comprehensive lesson plans, assessment records, and administrative documentation.
- Communicate effectively with parents and carers regarding student progress.
- Participate in parents’ evenings, school events, and review meetings.
- Adhere to school policies on safeguarding, behaviour management, and child protection.
Whole-School Literacy Leadership:
- Support whole-school literacy initiatives and cross-curricular reading and writing projects.
- Contribute to library activities, reading campaigns, and celebrations such as World Book Day.
- Participate in extracurricular activities including creative writing clubs, debating societies, and drama productions.
- Support school publications, newsletters, and student journalism.
- Contribute to literacy intervention programmes and catch-up strategies.
Professional Standards and Development:
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments in English education, literature, and pedagogy.
- Engage in continuing professional development through courses, workshops, and research.
- Uphold professional teaching standards and promote the value of English education.
- Participate in performance management and set professional development goals.
- Contribute to innovative practices and educational research within the school.
Quality Assurance and Improvement:
- Engage in lesson observations, work scrutiny, and peer review activities.
- Contribute to departmental self-evaluation and improvement planning.
- Support moderation activities to ensure assessment standards are consistent.
- Implement feedback from evaluations to enhance teaching practice.
- Share successful strategies for engaging students with literature and developing writing skills.
Why Join Zen Educate?
At Zen Educate, we understand the importance of work-life balance for teachers and teaching assistants. Whether you are looking for better pay, more flexibility in your schedule, or hands-on support to help you find the right role, we are here to support you every step of the way. Join our platform today and let us help you take the next step in your career.WWWWW…