Job Description

Veritas Education is a leading education recruitment agency dedicated to connecting passionate and skilled educators with schools across the UK. We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and committed English Teacher to join a thriving secondary school in Wakefield.

The Role:
As an English Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering engaging and high-quality lessons to students across Key Stages 3 and 4. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Planning, preparing, and delivering English lessons that inspire and challenge students.
• Assessing, recording, and reporting on student progress, offering constructive feedback to support their development.
• Creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment that fosters a love for reading, writing, and critical thinking.
• Differentiating instruction to meet the diverse needs of students and ensure all learners make progress.
• Collaborating with colleagues to develop and implement engaging schemes of work and resources.
• Contributing to the wider school community through involvement in extra-curricular activities and events.
• Keeping up to date with developments in the English curriculum and best teaching practices.

The Ideal Candidate:
We are looking for a passionate and dedicated English Teacher who possesses the following:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Strong subject knowledge in English and a genuine enthusiasm for teaching literature, language, and literacy.
• Experience teaching English at Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.
• Excellent classroom management skills with the ability to engage and motivate students.
• A creative approach to lesson planning and the ability to adapt teaching methods to meet individual student needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to continuous professional development and a collaborative approach to working with colleagues.

Why Work with Veritas Education?

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Flexible working arrangements to suit your needs.
• Opportunities to work in a supportive and welcoming school environment in Wakefield.
• Access to professional development and training opportunities.
• Dedicated consultant support to assist you throughout your placement.

How to Apply:
If you are passionate about teaching English and are eager to inspire a love for literature and language in students, we would love to hear from you! To apply, please click 'Apply Now'. Alternatively, you can email a copy of your CV to Tom Brady on (url removed)

Contact Information:
Veritas Education
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Veritas Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant pre-employment checks.

Help students find their voice through the power of language-apply today!

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'