English Teacher

physiscare.co.uk - Jobboard; Whitchurch; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist independent school in Whitchurch is seeking a dedicated Teacher of English. The role involves delivering a differentiated English curriculum tailored to meet the individual needs of students, including those with SEN/SEMH. Candidates should have a degree in English or equivalent and possess QTS. The school offers a supportive and inclusive work environment with opportunities for professional development and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Free Parking

Fully funded qualifications

Career Development Pathway

Annual wellbeing allowance

Life insurance

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification in English.
• Recent experience delivering English across KS3-KS4.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a broad, balanced English curriculum.
• Adapt teaching approaches for small group and 1:1 settings.
• Support pupils with SEN/SEMH needs.

Skills

Creative teaching

Trauma-informed practice

Experience with SEN students

Education

Degree in English or equivalent

PGCE Secondary & QTS

A Level in English (A*-C)

Job description

Location: Physis Academy, Whitchurch SY13.

Salary: QTS - £30,000 to £35,000 per annum depending on qualification, experience, and performance. Unqualified - £20momentum to £29,000 per annum depending on qualification, experience, and performance.

Hours: Full time - 5 days per week

Working weeks Ordinarily, this will consist of 190 days (38 weeks term time), of direct contact with students, employees, or agencies, 5 days (1 week) professional development, 15 discretionary days (3 weeks) as directed by the Headteacher, which may also include direct student contact.

Phase: Secondary. KS3, KS4

Contract: Permanent

We are looking for a Teacher of English to join our fantastic team at Physis Academy.

About us:

We are a specialist independent school based in Shropshire, providing education for pupils aged 11–18 who are at risk of, or have experienced, exploitation.

Our school offers highly individualised educational provision for young people who need exceptional levels of understanding, consistency, and continuity. We achieve this through an integrated, therapeutic approach that places relationships, wellbeing, and trust at the heart of learning.

Our pupils are highly capable and make rapid progress across a range of qualifications. To support this, we are committed to employing caring, dependable adults who invest in our young people, inspire curiosity, and ignite a passion for learning through creative and engaging approaches.

Benefits you can expect:

Free Parking

Fully funded qualifications and Career Development Pathway

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Supportive and inclusive working environment

£150 annual wellbeing allowance*

Life insurance from day suas one (3x annual salary)

Free specialist training

Referral scheme – earn £500_servers for every successful referral*

Fully paid induction programme

Company pension scheme

*T&C's Apply

Core Purpose:

To deliver a broad, balanced, and differentiated English curriculum across a range of qualification pathways, including Entry Level, Functional Skills, GCSE, and post-16 provision, tailored to meet individual pupil needs.

To deliver phonics and literacy programmes and adapt teaching approaches for small group and 1:1 settings, using trauma-informed practice to support pupils who have experienced adversity.

To teach creatively and therapeutically, enabling pupils with SEN/SEMH needs to engage, make progress, and build confidence and self-esteem.

To ensure pupils’ special educational needs are met through a consistent, high-quality approach aligned with the organisation’s therapeutic values and ethos.

The ability to teach additional subjects is desirable but not essential.

To work collaboratively as part of the wider school team and act as a positive role model and ambassador for Physis as a leading provider of therapeutic education.

The Requirements:

Degree level or equivalent qualification in the teacher’s subject specialism - ENGLISH

DET (DTLLS) & QTLS (or willingness to achieve) OR PGCE Secondary & QTS OR Teaching Degree & QTS.

Recent and relevant experience as an effective Teacher delivering English at various levels E.g. functional skills, GCSE, Entry level, Phonics, Literacy.

A Level (A* - C) or nationally recognized Level 3 qualification in English.

Recent and relevant experience as an effective teacher across KS3-KS4, delivering at various levels E.g. functional skills, GCSE, Entry level, Vocational pathways.

Experience of working with secondary students with SEN, SEMH and other needs is desirable.

Experience, knowledge and understanding of safeguarding processes

Eligibility to work in the UK

Full UK driving licence

Successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Any unspent conviction/cautions should be declared at the point of application. Any adult cautions (simple or conditional) or spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 should also be declared.