English Teacher
About This Role
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Job Title: English Teacher
Location: Parkside House School, Backworth, NE27 0AB
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday–Friday | 8:30am – 4:00pm
Salary: £39,000 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: May 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
About the Role
We are thrilled to present a wonderful opportunity for an English Teacher to become part of our dedicated team at Parkside House School as we expand. This position transcends traditional teaching; it offers the chance to inspire young minds, rebuild their confidence, and rekindle their passion for learning in a nurturing environment.
We are in search of a creative, thoughtful, and driven educator who will be integral to our school community. The ideal candidate will:
- Provide captivating lessons, demonstrating effective classroom and behavior management skills.
- Maintain high expectations and a fervor for helping every student reach their full potential.
- Infuse creativity into the curriculum, offering experiences beyond standard classroom boundaries.
- Lead the English department, fostering high standards, developing resources, and endorsing best practices.
This fulfilling role is suited for someone who is calm, resilient, and devoted to making a significant impact. With QTS, you will help shape an inspiring curriculum while enhancing overall school improvement and student wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct and enhance the English program across the school with clear goals and measurable outcomes.
- Safeguard and uphold pupil welfare in accordance with statutory guidelines.
- Assist colleagues with English-related school improvement initiatives.
- Track student progress and maintain effective communication with parents/carers.
- Tailor teaching methods to accommodate individual student needs and foster engagement.
Knowledge and Understanding
- Strong grasp of the English curriculum and assessment standards.
- Awareness of effective teaching methodologies and high achievement benchmarks.
- Familiarity with the SEND Code of Practice.
- Commitment to the school’s mission and values.
Requirement
- UK QTS (or equivalent).
- Relevant English qualification.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
About Us
Parkside House School is an Independent Special School dedicated to delivering a high-quality educational experience to students who struggle to engage with learning or socialize in a mainstream environment.
The school accommodates up to 35 students aged 10 to 18, specializing in addressing Emotional, Social, and Behavioral needs, along with related learning and cognitive challenges.
Our goal is to provide sufficient support to unlock each student's potential, enabling them to lead fulfilling and productive lives. We strive to give young individuals as much freedom as possible within a safe and supervised setting, thanks to the dedication and support of a range of passionate and reliable professionals.
Acorn Education offers fulfilling career opportunities and meaningful challenges while making a substantial difference in the lives of young people. As a leading UK provider of specialized education for children and young adults with special educational needs and part of Outcomes First Group, we implement innovative, evidence-based strategies that ensure measurable progress and lasting impact.
We take pride in sharing that in 2025, Outcomes First Group was officially recognized as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth consecutive year.
Why Join Us?
We prioritize pupils and vulnerable young adults in everything we do, making every day rewarding as we create a tangible difference. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young individuals. All applicants will undergo social media checks, and successful candidates will be subject to a fully enhanced DBS.
- Life Assurance
- Pension scheme with options for increased contributions
- “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health assessments
- Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), which includes:
- Health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
- Hundreds of discounts across the UK and internationally
- Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
- Critical illness cover
- Family Growth Support, featuring enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment assistance
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Outcomes First Group is committed to conducting a fair, thorough, and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. While we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other related expenses incurred by applicants due to delays or changes in the compliance process. All phases of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and adherence to statutory requirements, which may affect timelines.