Connex - Birmingham
Teacher of English – Harborne, Birmingham
Location: Harborne, Birmingham
Salary: £765 – £1,110 per week, dependent on experience (MPS1 – UPS1)
Contract: Full-time (5 days per week), ASAP start until end of summer term
Potential for permanent role from September
About the Role
Connex Education is recruiting for a qualified Teacher of English to join a thriving secondary school in the Harborne area of Birmingham. This is a full-time role (Monday to Friday), starting as soon as possible and continuing until the end of the summer term. There is a strong possibility of a permanent position from September, and interested candidates will have the opportunity to apply.
You will be teaching English Language and Literature across KS3 and KS4, and will join a supportive, forward-thinking department. This is an excellent opportunity for both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs).
Key Responsibilities:
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Plan and deliver engaging English lessons across KS3 and KS4.
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Monitor student progress and provide feedback.
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Maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
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Collaborate with colleagues to ensure the highest quality of teaching and learning.
Person Specification:
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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or QTLS.
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Experience teaching English in a UK secondary school.
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Strong classroom management and communication skills.
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A passion for English Language and Literature.
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Enhanced DBS on the update service or willing to apply for one.
What We Offer:
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Weekly PAYE pay, paid to scale (MPS1 – UPS1).
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Long-term role with potential to become permanent.
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Free access to our SEND Toolkit – over 19 CPD courses.
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Funded formal qualifications including Level 5 TEFL.
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Wellbeing programme and refresher training for modern classrooms.
Safeguarding Statement:
All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including an enhanced DBS. Connex Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity in our workforce.
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