English Class Teacher - Gloucester Independent-school

1st September start
Full Time
Posted about 8 hours ago
Expiring 23rd July
Gloucester, Bristol
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Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and passionate English Teacher to join our vibrant independent school in Gloucester, committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive learning environment that upholds our school's ethos of fostering individual potential and academic excellence. This full-time role is ideal for an experienced educator specialising in supporting pupils with dyslexia, helping them develop confidence and skills in English across KS3. Starting as soon as possible, this position offers an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to students’ educational journeys within a school that values personalised learning and holistic development. Key Responsibilities: - Plan and deliver engaging English lessons tailored to the needs of pupils with dyslexia, ensuring that the curriculum is accessible and promotes literacy development aligned with the school's inclusive ethos. - Support pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups, employing specialised teaching strategies to enhance reading, writing, and comprehension skills. - Assess students’ progress regularly and adapt teaching approaches accordingly, maintaining accurate records to inform ongoing support and reporting. - Collaborate with the school's pastoral and SEN teams to develop individualised learning plans that reflect each pupil’s unique needs and strengths. - Create a positive and respectful classroom environment that encourages learners to take ownership of their education and build confidence. - Contribute to the wider school community by participating in staff meetings, training sessions, and extracurricular activities that support the school's holistic approach to education. - Uphold the school's values of respect, integrity, and a commitment to lifelong learning in all interactions with students, colleagues, and parents. 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.
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  • Nursery Early Years Practitioner - Bristol, City Of Nursery
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  • Nursery Early Years Practitioner - Somerset Primary
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  • KS1, Year 1 Class Teacher - Mendip Primary
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I'm having trouble registering

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To make sure you're getting bookings perfect for you, we will invite you to a 30-minute online interview with our team to learn about your experience, preferences and why you're passionate about working in education. You can do this through any smartphone or computer. If you'd prefer to interview in person at our office, just let us know. Recent regulation changes require us to see your documents for your right to work in the UK in person. This takes no more than 5 minutes, dropping by our offices in London or Manchester.

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I only have overseas experience. Is that OK?

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Vetting

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I don't have recent references, can I still sign up?

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Roles

What roles do you cover?

We help Teachers, Teaching Assistants, and Cover Supervisors find work. We work with all types of schools and help with short-term, long-term and permanent roles. Many of our long-term roles convert to permanent roles. We make it far easier than a traditional agency for teachers to convert temporary positions into permanent ones.

What areas do you cover?

We work with over 400 schools in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds.

How much work is there?

Generally speaking, we have consistently high demand for daily supply teachers in Greater London, Manchester Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds. Teaching assistant work is generally higher for long-term roles rather than daily supply cover.

Do you have primary, secondary or nursery jobs?

Yes. We can help with daily supply and long-term jobs in nurseries, primary schools and secondary schools. We don't typically have jobs in further education or college.

Do you have work for cover supervisors, invigilators, or school administrators?

While the majority of our work is for teachers and teaching assistants, we do also have work for cover supervisors and invigilators. Explain what you are looking for when you sign up and our team will help you.

What subjects do you cover?

We cover all subjects taught in primary and secondary schools - if you're not sure if we can help you with what you're looking for, please register and arrange to speak to a member of our Teacher Success team.

Do you do school admin jobs?

If you're looking for teaching or teaching assistant roles, and would also be interested in admin roles, it's worth letting us know. If you're only looking for admin roles, we might not be the place for you, as this isn't what we specialise in.

General

How is Zen different from a recruitment agency?

Zen Educate is a technology platform to connect teachers with schools directly. Agencies are an expensive middleman between schools and teachers. They have to charge high commissions because their booking procedures are largely manual and run on outdated systems. Because we run more of the process online or on your phone, we create an experience that delights schools and teachers at a fraction of the cost.

What roles do you cover?

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