Teacher of English at Specialist School

Newhaven School

We are seeking a passionate and creative Teacher of English to join our dedicated team at

Newhaven School, a specialist provision for students with additional needs. This role is an exciting

opportunity for someone who thrives in a supportive, collaborative environment and wants to make

a real difference in the lives of students.

This role is not suitable for ECTs. This post is situated at the Gardens site. This site comprises the Pupil Referral Unit, the Assessment

Centre and NEST. In addition, we have the King’s Park site, which is for students with a diagnosis of

autism, an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and an enduring mental health condition.

Why Choose Us?

• - Trauma-Informed Teaching: We are proud of our commitment to providing a nurturing, trauma

informed approach to teaching, supporting students to overcome challenges and build

resilience.

• - A Flexible and Creative Curriculum: Our KS3 curriculum is designed to be flexible, allowing us to

explore literature from all over the world. Teachers are encouraged to bring their own passions

into the classroom, selecting books and resources that inspire both them and their students.

• - AQA English Language at KS4: We focus on the AQA English Language and Edexcel IGCSE

Language qualifications for KS4 students, allowing us to offer a broad selection of texts, develop

students' critical thinking skills and promote Cultural Capital.

• - Engaging Teaching Methods: We use a mix of media and films to bring learning to life, across all

key stages, where film is used to spark interest and deepen understanding of characterisation

and aspects of storytelling.

• - Comprehensive Resources: Our department boasts a wide range of detailed schemes of work,

• with fully planned lessons ready to teach, enabling you to focus on engaging with the students

• and making a lasting impact.

• - A Collaborative Team: We pride ourselves on working closely together, where each team

member’s experience and ideas are valued and respected.

The Role

As an English Teacher, you will:

• - Teach mixed ability classes, including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN)

- Foster a love of literature and language, building meaningful relationships with students to help

them succeed.

- Plan and deliver dynamic lessons using a variety of media and resources to cater to a wide range

of learning styles.

- Design and create schemes of work which are bespoke and in line with the sometimes complex

needs of our students.

• - Contribute to the development of our flexible curriculum and support students in achieving their

potential.

• - Work collaboratively with colleagues to share ideas, resources, and best practices in a

supportive team environment.

Who We Are Looking For

This role would suit an experienced, creative teacher who:

-Has a passion for teaching English and enjoys introducing students to a wide range of literature.

-Ideally has experience working with students with SEN or has a trauma-informed teaching

background or is interested in developing skills and experience in these areas.

- Is able to build positive, lasting relationships with students, motivating them to engage with

their studies and achieve their best.

- Is highly organised and very adaptable to a fast-paced environment.

-Can work collaboratively within a small team, sharing ideas and contributing to the department’s

success.

Why Newhaven School?

We are a close-knit, community-focused school where both staff and students are valued. We

believe in creating an environment where creativity, collaboration, and meaningful relationships

thrive. If you are someone who enjoys working in a supportive and creative team, and you are

passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people, we would love to hear from you.