English Teacher (FTC)

About The School

Talocher School is a specialist school for girls and boys aged 7 to 19 who have Additional Learning Needs (ALN). We currently have registration for 60 students. The school provides a warm, welcoming and flexible environment for young people who are unable to attend mainstream education because of their needs.

Responsibilities

• Delivering engaging English lessons across a range of levels, bringing creativity and energy into the classroom
• Planning and delivery of inspiring lessons that spark curiosity and build confidence in every learner
• Using tailored strategies to support learners with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Creating a positive, inclusive and encouraging environment for students with Additional Learning Needs (ALN), including ASD and SEMH
• Embracing a trauma-informed approach, helping every learner feel safe, supported and ready to thrive
• Monitoring progress, celebrate achievements and adapt teaching to help every student reach their full potential

Requirements

• Proven experience teaching English across multiple levels (essential)
• A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, CertEd, QTS or equivalent)
• English-related qualification (e.g. English degree or Level 3+ equivalent)
• Strong understanding of Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Experience supporting learners with Additional Learning Needs (ALN), including ASD and SEMH (desirable)
• Awareness or training in Trauma Informed Practice (a big plus!)
• A passion for inclusive education, with the ability to adapt and bring out the best in every learner
• A positive, proactive attitude and a genuine enthusiasm for making a difference

Benefits

• Exclusive access to reward and discount scheme
• Blue light Discounts
• Comprehensive induction
• Commitment to your ongoing training and career progression
• Teacher pension scheme
• Paid for enhanced DBS
• Wellbeing support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Teacher's payscale and much more

As part of Aspris Children’s Services, we are immensely proud of the career pathway and training we can offer you. We strongly believe in developing our own talent and growing our teachers into successful middle and senior leaders. Above all, we provide a supportive and collaborative working environment where you can flourish in your career and feel incredibly rewarded by helping those who need it most.