Teacher of English

Shorefields; Tendring; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Tendring is seeking a dedicated Teacher of English. The candidate will teach up to GCSE and support individual student needs while maintaining a positive classroom environment. Required qualifications include Qualified Teacher Status, a passion for teaching, and an understanding of inclusion strategies. This role offers competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities within a collaborative culture.

Benefits

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Cinema ticket discounts

Eligibility for a Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status required.
• Passion for teaching and commitment to safeguarding.
• Understanding of strategies for engaging learners.

Responsibilities

• Teach students up to GCSE; plan teaching to achieve progression.
• Manage classroom effectively and target individual learning needs.
• Evaluate learner progress and set appropriate targets.

Skills

Passion for teaching

Understanding of inclusion strategies

Effective classroom management

Ability to inspire trust

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC5444-374S

Position Type: Teacher. Pay Range: Teachers Main/Upper Pay. School: Clacton County High School.

Position Start Date: 13/04/2026. Contract Type: Full-time. Contract Term: Permanent.

Application Close: 04/01/2026. Midday Date of Interviews: TBC.

About the Role

Join a community that has high expectations, raises aspirations and transforms lives at CCHS. We are looking for a dedicated Teacher of English to join our team to continue our mission of providing a broad and balanced curriculum that leads to outstanding learning and progress.

A Day in the Life

• Teach allocated students up to and including GCSE (opportunities for KS5 for the right candidate), by planning their teaching to achieve progression of learning through:
• Understanding and applying effective classroom management.
• Understanding and applying a range of teaching strategies.
• Positively targeting and supporting individual learning needs.
• Use assessment data to evaluate learner's progress and set appropriate targets for improvement.
• Inspire trust and confidence in students and colleagues.
• Build team commitment with colleagues and in the classroom engage and motivate students.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status.
• A passion for teaching.
• A professional understanding of inclusion and strategies for engaging learners.
• A commitment to safeguarding within a school setting.

Why Join The Sigma Trust

We believe in investing in our staff and fostering a culture of collaboration. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive package designed to support your professional and personal life.

Professional Development

• A robust CPD training program that empowers you to flourish.
• Unrivalled opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the Trust, sharing ideas and building strong professional relationships.

Employee Benefits

• A competitive salary and excellent pension scheme.
• A Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme for your well-being.
• Exclusive perks like the Cycle to Work scheme, discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and eligibility for a Blue Light Card.

Commitment to Safeguarding & Diversity

The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. All posts are subject to safer recruitment processes, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.

Equal Opportunities

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics.

To Apply

Ready to take the next step? Find out more about the role and apply by Midnight Sunday 4th January 2026 via the following link:

https://mynewterm.com/jobs/138084/EDV-2025-CCHS-14393

Note: We do not provide sponsorship for this position. Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before you apply. We are managing all current recruitment directly and kindly request that agencies do not contact us regarding open positions.