Overview
Role: Teacher - A Level English
Location: The Corby Sixth Form
Salary/Benefits: Salary is between £31,930 and £36,878 per annum DOE and Qualifications, 45 days annual leave plus Bank holidays, Teacher's pension, Retail and Leisure Discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses.
Hours/Weeks: 37 hours per week - 52 weeks per year
Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time
About the role: We are currently seeking a Teacher of A Level English to join our Sixth Forms department at The Bedford College Group.
Responsibilities
* A Level English Teaching - Delivers engaging and high-quality lessons in at least one English A Level specialism, fostering curiosity and enthusiasm for learning.
* Student Progress & Support - Assesses and tracks student development, provides feedback, and contributes to retention and success targets through personalised support and progress reporting.
* Curriculum & Enrichment - Actively contributes to curriculum development and organises extracurricular activities such as trips, guest speakers, and enrichment events.
* College Engagement - Participates in open evenings, promotional events, exam invigilation, and cross-campus meetings, supporting the wider Sixth Form and College community.
* Compliance & Development - Upholds safeguarding, EDI, and health and safety standards, while engaging in ongoing training and professional development.
About you
* Qualifications & Teaching Experience - Holds a relevant degree and teaching qualification (e.g. Certificate in Education), with current experience teaching A Level in a Sixth Form or FE setting and a strong track record of student success.
* Subject Knowledge & Pedagogy - Demonstrates up-to-date subject expertise, effective use of ILT in teaching, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, inclusive learning experiences.
* Professional Skills & Values - Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills, with the ability to work flexibly, meet deadlines, and uphold the values of student success, integrity, and continuous improvement.
* Teamwork & Leadership - Works collaboratively within teams, contributes positively to the Sixth Form community, and supports a culture of high standards and mutual respect.
* Safeguarding & Development - Committed to safeguarding, equality, and health and safety, with a willingness to travel, adapt to changing demands, and engage in ongoing professional development.
For a more detailed breakdown of the job role and the requirements, please see the Job Description attached to this vacancy. If you do not hold a recognised, qualified teaching qualification, please see attached PGCE CertEd information. Interviews to be held: TBC
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