EAL Teacher

EAL TEacher

Salary: Depending on experience

Location: Cheltenham

This is a Temporary, Part Time vacancy.

Dean Close Preparatory School are looking to appoint a new Teacher of English as an Additional Language (EAL). This role is a part time role, working approximately 10 hours per week, during term time only. The salary is based on experience for the role, and we would like the successful candidate to start in September 2024.

The language teaching covers grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and the skills of writing, speaking, reading and listening. The teaching is flexible and adaptable and meets the needs of individuals. Other roles and responsibilities include:

• To teach EAL lessons to small groups or individuals in Years 3 – 8
• To help some pupils prepare for Cambridge English exams
• The readiness to offer Learning Support as well as EAL lessons
• Assisting the HoD EAL with induction and international events in the school calendar

Ideally, we would be looking for the successful candidate to have an EAL teaching qualification, or willing to undertake the necessary training for the role.

Early applications are encouraged, and applicants may be invited to interview prior to the closing date. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed before the closing date. We will request references for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview.

For further details please see the attached job description or contact our recruitment team on 01242 258 000 or recruitment@deanclose.org.uk for with your query.

Internal applicants

Please contact the Recruitment Team requesting the internal candidate application form link before starting your application.

The Foundation

Dean Close Foundation is a growing, vibrant and diverse family of independent schools and nurseries, uniting around a shared vision and set of values. These spring from the origins of Dean Close School, which was founded in 1886 in memory of Dean Francis Close, Rector of Cheltenham and educational philanthropist. The Christian ethos of that original school continues today where the aim is that every child should be given the opportunities to flourish, underpinned by its core values of courage, contribution and love which are the guiding principles behind its educational vision. The Foundation currently has five schools and six nurseries within its group, creating a strong community that can share best practice, resources and a secure future.

Dean Close Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.