Key Responsibilities
Teaching and Learning
Plan and deliver high-quality English lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (and Key Stage 5 where applicable).
Adapt teaching strategies to meet the individual learning needs of students with SEND, including those with EHCPs.
Differentiate learning activities, resources, and assessments to ensure all students can access the curriculum.
Develop students' reading, writing, speaking, listening, and critical thinking skills.
Use assessment effectively to monitor progress and inform future planning.
Maintain high expectations for achievement, behaviour, and attendance.
SEND Provision
Work collaboratively with the SENDCo, teaching assistants, therapists, and external agencies to support individual learners.
Implement and review strategies outlined in Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
Use evidence-based interventions to support literacy development and communication needs.
Promote independence, confidence, and resilience among students with additional needs.
Ensure reasonable adjustments are made to teaching, learning, and assessment.
Curriculum Development
Contribute to the planning, development, and evaluation of the English curriculum.
Develop engaging schemes of work that reflect national curriculum requirements and best practice.
Promote reading for pleasure and a culture of literacy across the school.
Assessment and Progress
Assess, record, and report on student progress in line with school policies.
Provide timely, constructive feedback that supports improvement.
Use data to identify underachievement and implement appropriate interventions.
Behaviour and Safeguarding
Promote positive behaviour and establish a safe, respectful learning environment.
Implement the school's behaviour policy consistently.
Fulfil safeguarding responsibilities and maintain an up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding procedures.
Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of school life.
Professional Responsibilities
Participate in departmental meetings, CPD, and whole-school training.
Engage in performance management and professional development.
Contribute to extracurricular activities, enrichment opportunities, and school events.
Communicate effectively with parents, carers, and external professionals.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
Degree in English or a related subject.
Essential Knowledge
Strong subject knowledge of English Language and Literature.
Understanding of the National Curriculum and GCSE specifications.
Knowledge of SEND legislation and the SEND Code of Practice.
Understanding of inclusive teaching strategies and adaptive practice.
Knowledge of effective behaviour management approaches.
Understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.
Essential Skills
Excellent classroom teaching and organisational skills.
Ability to differentiate effectively for a wide range of learning needs.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
Effective use of assessment to improve learning outcomes.
Strong ICT skills to support teaching and learning.
Experience
Experience teaching English in a secondary school.
Experience supporting students with SEND within mainstream or specialist settings.
Experience planning and delivering differentiated lessons.
Experience using assessment data to improve student progress.
Desirable
Experience working with students with autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, SEMH, or moderate learning difficulties.
Experience teaching Functional Skills or Entry Level English.
Additional SEND qualification or postgraduate study.
Experience working with multidisciplinary teams.
Personal Qualities
Passion for English and literacy.
Commitment to inclusive education and high expectations for all learners.
Patient, resilient, and adaptable.
Reflective practitioner committed to continuous improvement.
Collaborative and supportive team member.
Strong commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity, and student wellbeing.âŚKey Responsibilities
Teaching and Learning
Plan and deliver high-quality English lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (and Key Stage 5 where applicable).
Adapt teaching strategies to meet the individual learning needs of students with SEND, including those with EHCPs.
Differentiate learning activities, resources, and assessments to ensure all students can access the curriculum.
Develop students' reading, writing, speaking, listening, and critical thinking skills.
Use assessment effectively to monitor progress and inform future planning.
Maintain high expectations for achievement, behaviour, and attendance.
SEND Provision
Work collaboratively with the SENDCo, teaching assistants, therapists, and external agencies to support individual learners.
Implement and review strategies outlined in Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
Use evidence-based interventions to support literacy development and communication needs.
Promote independence, confidence, and resilience among students with additional needs.
Ensure reasonable adjustments are made to teaching, learning, and assessment.
Curriculum Development
Contribute to the planning, development, and evaluation of the English curriculum.
Develop engaging schemes of work that reflect national curriculum requirements and best practice.
Promote reading for pleasure and a culture of literacy across the school.
Assessment and Progress
Assess, record, and report on student progress in line with school policies.
Provide timely, constructive feedback that supports improvement.
Use data to identify underachievement and implement appropriate interventions.
Behaviour and Safeguarding
Promote positive behaviour and establish a safe, respectful learning environment.
Implement the school's behaviour policy consistently.
Fulfil safeguarding responsibilities and maintain an up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding procedures.
Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of school life.
Professional Responsibilities
Participate in departmental meetings, CPD, and whole-school training.
Engage in performance management and professional development.
Contribute to extracurricular activities, enrichment opportunities, and school events.
Communicate effectively with parents, carers, and external professionals.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
Degree in English or a related subject.
Essential Knowledge
Strong subject knowledge of English Language and Literature.
Understanding of the National Curriculum and GCSE specifications.
Knowledge of SEND legislation and the SEND Code of Practice.
Understanding of inclusive teaching strategies and adaptive practice.
Knowledge of effective behaviour management approaches.
Understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.
Essential Skills
Excellent classroom teaching and organisational skills.
Ability to differentiate effectively for a wide range of learning needs.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
Effective use of assessment to improve learning outcomes.
Strong ICT skills to support teaching and learning.
Experience
Experience teaching English in a secondary school.
Experience supporting students with SEND within mainstream or specialist settings.
Experience planning and delivering differentiated lessons.
Experience using assessment data to improve student progress.
Desirable
Experience working with students with autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, SEMH, or moderate learning difficulties.
Experience teaching Functional Skills or Entry Level English.
Additional SEND qualification or postgraduate study.
Experience working with multidisciplinary teams.
Personal Qualities
Passion for English and literacy.
Commitment to inclusive education and high expectations for all learners.
Patient, resilient, and adaptable.
Reflective practitioner committed to continuous improvement.
Collaborative and supportive team member.
Strong commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity, and student wellbeing.WWWWWâŚ