English Teacher : Hospital Education (Leicester Royal Infirmary)
Location: Leicester Royal Infirmary
Contract: Full:time, Term:time only
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Are you a resilient, versatile educator looking to make a profound difference in a non:traditional setting? We are looking for an exceptional English Teacher to join our dedicated teaching team based at the Leicester Royal Infirmary.
Working within a hospital environment is unlike any mainstream classroom. You will be teaching children and young people who are facing health challenges, requiring a teacher who can balance academic rigour with high levels of empathy and adaptability.
The Role
You will be responsible for delivering English across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, ensuring that pupils remain engaged with their education during their hospital stay.
Key Responsibilities:
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Deliver high:quality English lessons tailored to individual needs and health requirements.
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Adapt teaching styles for a diverse range of learners, from mainstream secondary pupils to those with complex needs.
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Collaborate with medical staff and families to provide a supportive learning environment.
Who We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate is someone who thrives on variety and isnt phased by a changing classroom dynamic.
Essential Requirements:
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Subject Expertise: Strong experience teaching English at KS3 and KS4.
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SEND Experience: Proven experience working with PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties) and SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties) within a special school setting.
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Flexibility: The ability to pivot your teaching approach quickly. You wont always be working with mainstream pupils; your day could include anything from GCSE prep to sensory:based learning.
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Resilience: Comfort working within a hospital ward environment.
Note: We are specifically seeking a subject specialist in English.
Why Join Us?
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Impact: You will provide a sense of normalcy and achievement to children during some of their toughest moments.
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Collaboration: Work within a tight:knit, supportive multidisciplinary team.
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Balance: Enjoy a full:time role with the benefits of a term:time:only schedule.
How
If you are a flexible, compassionate English Teacher ready to take on a unique challenge, we want to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience with PMLD/SLD and KS4 English.
Apply today to start making a difference at the Leicester Royal Infirmary