English Teacher

Job Title: Teacher of English

Location: East London (outer London)

Hours: 36 per week

Salary range: Competitive salary based on the individual’s qualifications and experience.

Waltham Forest College has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted following its most recent inspection and has distinguished itself as one of only 15 General Further Education Colleges across the country to achieve the prestigious ‘Outstanding’ rating. As an Anchor Institution, Waltham Forest College serves its local and regional communities across North and East London exceptionally well and has been successful in driving aspiration and achievements for its students and wider communities.

We believe that our employees are the heart of the organisation and having the right people in the right place, with the right skills is the key to our success. We are looking for committed individuals who are passionate about working in an aspirational and high performing college and dedicated to contributing to an outstanding experience for our learners

We are looking to increase our team of experienced teachers. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and enthusiastic English teacher to join a team of professionals who are committed to the success of our learners.

You will be responsible for teaching GCSE English Language and Functional Skills to 16-19-year olds and adult learners.

You must possess a relevant degree as well as a teaching qualification. You will also have experience of and an enthusiasm for teaching a diverse age of learners and have good interpersonal and communication skills. There will be opportunities for you to expand your knowledge and experience by undertaking regular professional development

What’s in it for you?

We offer the opportunity to help develop your skills and knowledge in a friendly team environment, plus a range of benefits including a career average pension scheme, employee assistance programme, enhanced sick pay, NUS Employee discount, free onsite parking, cycle to work scheme and Sodexo benefits scheme.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We are committed to creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that better reflects the wider community we support.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of our students and expect everybody working for the College to share this commitment. We actively seek DBS clearance checks for applications of employment as part of our safeguarding procedures. In line with KCSIE 2024 and Safer Recruitment principles the college reserves the right to conduct online searches of shortlisted candidate.

Closing Date: 13 October 2024

Interview Date: w/c 21 October 2024

*Please apply as soon as possible as applications will be considered upon receipt; we reserve the right to interview before the closing date*.