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A Kinder, More Human Approach to Education Job Title: Teacher of English Location: Quinton House School Salary: £45,000.00 per annum (FTE pro rata) Hours: 30 hours per week | Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: January 2027 UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. About the School At Quinton House, every child is known, valued, and supported as an individual. We celebrate each pupil's unique personality and strengths, ensuring they feel safe, happy, and inspired to achieve their full potential. Our approach blends the richness of a 21st‑century independent education with the character and charm of our remarkable heritage setting. We pride ourselves on providing: • A nurturing environment where children thrive emotionally, socially, and academically, • A culture that encourages curiosity, confidence, and personal success, • A community where authenticity is celebrated and every child feels they belong We are seeking an enthusiastic and talented Teacher of English to join our dedicated English department. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire a love of language and literature while delivering engaging and challenging lessons that enable students to achieve their full academic potential. You will teach English across a range of age groups and abilities, including GCSE and, where appropriate, A Level. Working closely with colleagues, you will contribute to the development of a dynamic curriculum, promote high standards of teaching and learning, and support students to become confident readers, writers and critical thinkers. Key responsibilities include: • Teaching high-quality English Language and Literature lessons across Key Stages 3, 4 and, where applicable, Key Stage 5., • Creating engaging and inclusive learning experiences that challenge and inspire students., • Monitoring progress and providing effective feedback to help students achieve excellent outcomes., • Supporting examination success while fostering a genuine enjoyment of English beyond the classroom., • Contributing to curriculum development, assessment and departmental improvement initiatives., • Promoting high standards of behaviour, attendance and student engagement., • Supporting the pastoral development and wellbeing of students., • Contributing to the wider life of the school through enrichment activities, clubs, trips and events., • Working collaboratively with colleagues, parents and external professionals to support student achievement., • Upholding the highest standards of safeguarding and student welfare. About You You will be a passionate and knowledgeable English teacher who is committed to delivering outstanding learning experiences and helping every student realise their potential. Whether you are an experienced practitioner or an ambitious early-career teacher, you will bring enthusiasm, creativity and a genuine love of your subject. We would love to hear from candidates who have: • A degree in English or a related subject., • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification., • Experience teaching English in a secondary school setting., • The ability to teach English Language and Literature to GCSE level, with A Level teaching experience desirable., • Strong subject knowledge and a passion for developing students' literacy, communication and critical thinking skills., • Excellent classroom practice, with the ability to engage and motivate learners of varying abilities., • Effective assessment and feedback skills that support student progress and achievement., • Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills., • A collaborative approach and a commitment to working as part of a successful team., • High expectations of students and a commitment to raising aspirations and outcomes., • A willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school through enrichment and extracurricular activities., • A strong commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and the wellbeing of every student. About Blenheim Schools Blenheim Schools is a growing family of innovative, high-quality independent schools committed to enabling outstanding futures for every student. Our ethos centres on truly understanding each child, their talents, character and aspirations by providing a personalised, ambitious education that helps every child to thrive. We deliver a broad, enriching curriculum supported by tailored teaching and exceptional pastoral care. We celebrate individuality, nurture confidence and champion every learner so they can discover their strengths and achieve their potential. Joining Blenheim Schools means becoming part of a collaborative, forward-thinking community that values creativity, inclusion and professional growth. Our teams are united by a shared belief in the power of education to transform lives and by a commitment to delivering outstanding experiences for students and families. We are proud to be part of OFG Education, which in 2025 was officially certified as a Great Place to Work® for the sixth consecutive year. How to Apply Complete this application before the closing date. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales. #1

PMLD English Teacher - Long-Term & Short-Term Supply \n Location: Northamptonshire Salary: Competitive daily rate, dependent on experience Contract: Short-term and long-term supply Start Date: Flexible / ASAP \n Are you an English Teacher with experience working with pupils with PMLD, complex needs or significant SEND? Tradewind Recruitment is looking for passionate, adaptable and creative English Teachers to support a range of specialist schools and SEND settings across Northamptonshire. \n We have opportunities available for both short-term supply bookings and longer-term assignments, allowing you to find work that fits around your experience and availability. While some positions may initially be short-term, there is also the potential for assignments to develop into longer-term or permanent opportunities where there is a strong fit between you and the school. \n The Role \n As a PMLD English Teacher, you will deliver engaging and accessible English lessons that are adapted to the individual needs, communication styles and abilities of your pupils. Depending on the setting, this may involve supporting pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), SLD, complex physical or medical needs and other significant SEND. \n You will be expected to: \n\n • Plan and deliver engaging English lessons that are appropriately differentiated and accessible.\n, • Adapt learning activities to meet a wide range of individual needs and abilities.\n, • Use creative, practical and sensory approaches to develop pupils' communication and literacy skills.\n, • Support pupils to develop communication, confidence and independence alongside their academic learning.\n, • Work closely with Teaching Assistants and other professionals to provide consistent support.\n, • Build positive relationships with pupils and create a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.\n, • Monitor pupil progress and adapt your teaching accordingly.\n, • Support individual EHCP outcomes and wider personal development.\n\n The Ideal Candidate \n We are particularly interested in hearing from English Teachers with experience in specialist SEND, PMLD, SLD or complex-needs settings. We are also happy to speak with experienced English Teachers who have a strong understanding of adapting their teaching to meet the needs of pupils with additional needs. \n Experience with sensory learning, communication needs, AAC, PECS, Makaton, physical disabilities or medical needs would be advantageous, although this is not essential for every opportunity. \n You will need to be a qualified teacher with strong communication skills, patience and the ability to adapt your approach to different learners and environments. \n Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment? \n\n • Access to short-term, long-term and potential permanent opportunities.\n, • Competitive daily rates.\n, • Flexible supply work to suit your availability.\n, • A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placements.\n, • Access to 2,500+ CPD courses through The National College.\n, • Full support with compliance and onboarding.\n, • Opportunities across Northamptonshire's specialist and SEND schools.\n, • The opportunity to gain experience across a variety of rewarding educational settings.\n\n If you are an English Teacher looking for flexible supply opportunities within specialist SEND settings, we'd love to hear from you. \n Apply today or contact Alana at Tradewind Recruitment to discuss current opportunities.

Join us as a Teacher : Empower Futures! Do you want to work for a company where wellbeing is more than a word, it's a commitment? Somewhere where the person matters as much as the professional? Well at Progress Schools, that's just the approach we take. Our top-notch benefits go beyond the basics-enjoy access to discounted gym memberships, a free wellbeing app that is jam packed with fitness, yoga and mindfulness resources and dedicated counselling support. And because we know your passion is with pupils and not paperwork, we do everything we can to reduce the amount of surplus admin too. Your work-life balance matters. That's why we offer generous holidays, additional leave for foster carers and flexibility wherever possible. And why do we do this? Because when you thrive, so do our students. So we want to invest in your personal and professional growth as much as we do the young people who attend our schools. But that's not all, we also offer... • Professional Development: Support for professional qualifications, in-house training, including paid qualifications. Last year we invested approx. £3.5k per colleague!, • Financial Security: Death in Service Insurance providing four times your salary., • Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave., • Health and Wellbeing Cashback: Access to Medicash for you and your dependants, covering the costs of eye tests, optical, dental, prescriptions, and holistic treatments up to £900 annually., • Recognition Awards: Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Recognition Awards., • Referral Bonus: £500 for referring top talent., • Exclusive Discounts: MiRewards benefits platform, offering loads of discounts and rewards, • Weekly drop ins with Senior Leaders: Connect, clarify and communicate with weekly drop-ins with our Managing Director and organisation SLT, • Group Connection: Annual Group conference and a comprehensive benefits review. What are we looking for from you? • Engagement Skills: Ability to engage learners and support their ambitions. To bring fresh ideas and creativity to the classroom and outside it., • Emotional Support: Passionate about making a positive impact on students' lives., • Academic Background: Degree in a Relevant Teaching Subject, equivalent for SEN (desirable), • Core Teaching Qualifications: Teaching Qualification in (QTS/QTLS) or be willing to work towards it. Specialist Teaching Qualification (Desirable, • Experience: Have worked in a school environment. Particularly, experience in secondary school would be an added advantage., • Teaching Subjects: English, Maths, and Science Proficiency, a minimum of grade 4/C or higher, • Knowledge: Have an understanding of alternative provision and dealing with students with special needs., • Problem-Solving: Aptitude for solving problems and making effective decisions., • Communication: Professional communication with students and staff., • Promotion of Values: Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, safeguarding, wellbeing, and British values., • Time Management: Effective time management for planning, delivery, and assessment. About the School: Progress Schools is part of The Progress Group, the Group is made up of six business units, each of which aspires to innovate, influence, and inspire others through high-quality and purposeful education and training. Progress Schools is a national group of 13 independent OFSTED-regulated schools. Please click here to view the Job Description. How to Apply: Ready to be a part of our journey? Submit your application with a brief note about your training philosophy by clicking APPLY. If you have any further queries, then please get in touch with our friendly recruitment team by emailing Let's redefine education together! #JoinOurTeam #EducationRevolution #AlternativeEducation #TeachersWanted Diversity and Inclusion Statement: The Progress Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, skin colour, marital status, genetic information, or parental status. All employment decisions are based on merit, job requirements, and business needs. Safeguarding Statement: We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices. For details of our commitment to safer recruitment please visit our website for further information. Note: We are unable to provide Visa sponsorship for this role. JBRP1_UKTJ

Northampton Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available Immediate & Future Starts Available Are you a recent graduate looking to gain valuable classroom experience before committing to teacher training? We are working with schools across Northampton that are seeking enthusiastic, motivated graduates to support students and teachers in a variety of educational settings. This is an excellent opportunity to explore a rewarding career in teaching while developing the skills and confidence needed to succeed in the classroom. Whether your degree is in STEM, English, Humanities, Psychology, Sports Science, or another subject area, we'd love to hear from you. As a Graduate Teaching Assistant / Aspiring Teacher, you will: • Support students in lessons and help them achieve their full potential, • Deliver small group interventions and one-to-one support, • Assist with classroom management and lesson delivery, • Gain exposure to teaching and learning strategies, • Build positive relationships with students and staff, • Develop the skills required for a future career in education A recent graduate or final-year university student A passion for working with young people Strong communication and interpersonal skills A positive, proactive, and professional attitude An interest in pursuing a career in teaching or education Previous experience working with young people is desirable but not essential Competitive rates of pay Flexible opportunities to suit your career goals Hands‑on classroom experience in local schools Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant Potential pathways into teacher training and qualified teacher status The opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people's lives This role is perfect for graduates who are unsure whether teaching is the right career path and want to gain practical experience before taking the next step. You'll have the chance to work alongside experienced educators, develop your confidence, and discover the rewards of working in education. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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English Teacher – ASD Specialist School – EppingLocation: Epping, Essex Role: English Teacher – ASD Contract: Full-time, Long-term / Permanent Start: ASAP / January 2027 Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Are you an English Teacher looking for an opportunity to make a genuine difference within a specialist SEND setting? Ribbons & Reeves are working with a specialist ASD school in Epping that is looking for a passionate and adaptable English Teacher to join their team. The school supports pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and provides a structured, nurturing environment where pupils are supported to develop academically, socially and personally. This is an excellent opportunity for an English specialist who wants to develop their SEND experience or an experienced SEND teacher looking to join a supportive specialist setting. The role involves: • Teaching English across the school, adapting the curriculum to individual needs, • Planning and delivering engaging, differentiated English lessons, • Supporting pupils with ASD to develop their literacy, communication and confidence, • Breaking learning down into accessible and achievable steps, • Creating a calm, structured and positive classroom environment, • Building strong and trusting relationships with pupils, • Working closely with Teaching Assistants and specialist colleagues, • Monitoring progress and contributing to individual learning targets, • Using creative and practical approaches to engage pupils in English, • Supporting pupils' wider communication, independence and personal developmentWe are looking for someone who:, • Has strong English subject knowledge, • Holds QTS or has relevant teaching experience within education, • Has experience working with, or a genuine interest in working with, ASD/SEND pupils, • Can adapt teaching and communication to individual needs, • Is patient, consistent and able to build positive relationships, • Has high expectations while recognising individual barriers to learning, • Can manage behaviour calmly and positively, • Works well as part of a wider specialist team, • Is passionate about helping young people develop their confidence and independenceWhat the school offers:, • A welcoming and supportive specialist ASD environment, • Small classes with strong Teaching Assistant support, • A collaborative and experienced staff team, • Specialist SEND training and professional development, • The opportunity to develop your expertise in autism education, • A rewarding role where you can see the direct impact of your teachingYou don't necessarily need previous experience in an ASD school. If you're an enthusiastic English Teacher with the right mindset and a willingness to adapt your practice, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now through Ribbons & Reeves for a confidential conversation about the opportunity. JBRP1_UKTJ