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We are seeking an enthusiastic and passionateEnglish Teacher with high level technical abilities to contribute to innovating English delivery, and enable the College to become a centre of excellence. Reporting to the Quality Improvement & Education Managers you will be responsible for implementing teaching strategies to enable students to develop skills in English and achieve high grades.
The successful applicant will be passionate about teaching English and developing students as curious learners who will become fluent in the technical complexities of English, grammar, spelling and vocabulary. They will inspire students to appreciate the richness and diversity of the English language. You will be responsible for teaching English to at least GCSE Level, A Level and potentially ideally Degree level and act as a role model and work with other teaching staff to develop their technical teaching skills.
Our students join us from a variety of education areas having had varying education experiences. These include, secondary education, home educated or through adult education where they have not achieved the basic level of a Grade C or Grade 4/5 English as a standard qualification. Some require English qualifications to progress to the next level of education whilst others require the qualification to enable them to progress in their work life or chosen career. Some may have no interest or have lost interest in the subject, but need the qualification. As part of their study programmes, it is essential they undertake their English qualifications and are seeking your expertise to help them to achieve their goals and career aspirations.
This post is cross campus between sites at Basildon College (Luckyn Lane & Stephenson Road campuses)
As a minimum, candidates will ideally possess the following:
Candidates must have proven successful experience of teaching KS4/ KS5 and above with outstanding value added outcomes within public or private sector, alongside experience enabling students to achieve higher grades. A degree in English Language, Literature or combined is essential, as well as UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Benefits we offer:
40 days annual leave
*College Additional leave
Teachers Pension - Enhanced
Travel Expenses
Discounted on site Hair and Beauty facilities
Free Eye test and contribution towards glasses for VDU users
Enhanced sick pay and family (subject to policy terms)
Free breakfast on campus (term time only)
Free On-site parking (subject to space/permits)
Wellbeing and health support
Cycle to work scheme
Flu Jabs
Information about the School
South Essex College is at the heart of community transformation, working with young people and local employers helping to make a difference. We are the largest provider of technical and vocational education and training for 16-18 year olds, adults and apprenticeship provision within Essex – and we are growing!
With over 1000 staff working across our 5 campus locations, there are plenty of exciting opportunities to choose from including Support, Management, Academic (Teaching and Teaching Support) and Specialist positions. Plus a range of support for industry professionals who are looking to get into teaching.
In return we offer competitive salaries and some amazing benefits......
- Flexible working options
- Holidays 30/35/40 days dependant on role type
- Additional college closure efficiency days
- Career development opportunities
- Training opportunities for both academic and support staff
- Free breakfast at all campuses during term time
- Free Eye test and contribution towards glasses for VDU users
- Enhanced sick pay and family (subject to policy terms)
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flu Jabs
For more information and a full list of vacancies we have on offer, please visit our website www.southessex.ac.uk and go to careers at South Essex College.