Job Title: English Teacher
Location: Sevenoaks, Kent, United Kingdom
Salary: £33,075 – £50,471 Per Annum (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role:

Heart Teaching is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced English Teacher to join a welcoming and dynamic secondary school in Sevenoaks. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator to inspire students and promote a deep understanding of the English language and literature. As an English Teacher, you’ll play a key role in helping students develop strong literacy skills and a love for reading, writing, and critical thinking ✨📚.

This is a great opportunity for a dedicated teacher to join a supportive school environment that values student development and academic excellence 🌟.

Key Responsibilities:

🔹 Deliver engaging English lessons to students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, encouraging critical thinking and creativity ✍️.
🔹 Create and implement differentiated lesson plans tailored to the diverse needs of students 📘.
🔹 Monitor and assess student progress, providing constructive feedback to students, parents, and the wider school community 📊.
🔹 Support students’ literacy development, helping them to strengthen their reading, writing, and communication skills 📖.
🔹 Collaborate with fellow teachers to create a stimulating and inclusive learning environment 👥.
🔹 Build positive relationships with students, fostering a safe and respectful atmosphere for learning 💬.
🔹 Participate in departmental meetings, sharing best practices and contributing to the development of the English curriculum 🎓.
🔹 Ensure safeguarding and well-being of all students by maintaining high standards of professional practice 🛡️.

Requirements:

✔️ Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
✔️ Proven experience in teaching English at secondary school level, preferably at Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.
✔️ Strong knowledge of the English curriculum, with the ability to inspire and engage students of all abilities 📚.
✔️ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well with students, parents, and colleagues 🤝.
✔️ A passion for literature, language, and teaching, with a commitment to making a difference in students’ lives 🌱.
✔️ Ability to differentiate teaching and create inclusive learning experiences for all students 💡.
✔️ Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply for one) 🛡️.

What Heart Teaching Can Offer You:

🌟 Competitive salary between £33,075 – £50,471 per annum, dependent on experience 💰.
🎓 Ongoing professional development and training to enhance your skills and advance your career 🌱.
🤝 A collaborative and supportive work environment, working alongside a team of passionate and dedicated professionals 👥.
🏆 Opportunities for career progression within a forward-thinking school 🌟.
🔐 Commitment to safeguarding and the well-being of students, with robust policies in place to ensure a safe learning environment 🛡️.

How to Apply:

If you are an English Teacher with a passion for inspiring students and fostering a love for literature, we would love to hear from you! 📚 Please apply below or send your CV to careers@heartteaching.com or call 01732 494 808 01732 494 808 for more information 📞.

Important Information:

• The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

• Heart Teaching is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, or belief 💫.

• You will need to provide an Enhanced DBS certificate (or apply for a new one) if you do not have one on the update service 🆔.

At Heart Teaching, safeguarding is a priority! We are fully committed to protecting the welfare and safety of children and young people 💖. Our recruitment process is thorough, and we ensure that all staff undergo rigorous background checks to maintain a safe environment for everyone 🛡️.

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