The role will involve delivering Functional Skills English to learners working towards Entry Level 1–3 and Level 1 & 2, alongside providing flexible teaching and cover across the wider Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) as required.
Our client supports learners with a range of additional needs, including SEND, autism, ADHD, dyslexia, communication difficulties and other learning differences. The successful candidate will have a patient, supportive and adaptable approach, with the ability to build positive relationships and create an inclusive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan and deliver engaging and differentiated Functional Skills English lessons from Entry Level 1 to Level 2.
* Develop learners' skills in reading, writing, speaking, listening and communication.
* Provide teaching and cover across the MAT as required, adapting to different groups, settings and learner needs.
* Deliver engaging lessons and activities that encourage participation, confidence and independence.
* Adapt teaching approaches and resources to meet individual learning needs.
* Support learners with additional needs, including SEND, autism, ADHD, dyslexia and communication or behavioural difficulties.
* Assess and monitor learner progress using appropriate assessment and tracking methods.
* Maintain accurate learner records and provide constructive feedback.
* Prepare learners for Functional Skills assessments and examinations.
* Support learners in developing English skills for everyday life, further education and employment.
* Work collaboratively with colleagues and other professionals to support learner progress and wellbeing.
* Attend team meetings, standardisation sessions and quality assurance activities as required.
* Maintain up-to-date CPD and professional knowledge.
* Follow safeguarding, equality, health and safety and learner wellbeing policies.
* Demonstrate flexibility and undertake additional teaching, cover and support duties across the MAT where required.
Qualifications & Experience
Essential:
* Recognised teaching qualification such as AET, Cert Ed, PGCE or equivalent.
* English GCSE Grade C/4 or above, or Functional Skills English Level 2.
* Recognised assessor qualification.
* Experience of teaching or supporting learners with a range of abilities and learning needs.
* Experience of planning and delivering differentiated lessons.
* Understanding of assessment, learner progression and individual learning needs.
* Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work flexibly across different teaching environments
Salary description
£27000.00 - £36000.00 per year