English Teacher

English Teacher Location: Acton Contract: Permanent Salary: £42,319 - £46,328 per annum Start Date: ASAP Commutable From: Brent, Harrow, Hillingdon, Hammersmith & Fulham, Kensington & Chelsea, Westminster, Camden The Opportunity: Long Term Futures are seeking a passionate and experienced English Teacher to join an Ofsted Outstanding specialist SEN provision supporting pupils across KS2, KS3 and KS4. This role offers a unique opportunity to deliver a creative and accessible English Language & Literature curriculum to neurodiverse learners, including pupils with ASC and SEMH needs. You will play a key role in supporting pupils to achieve EHCP targets, literacy development, and accredited qualifications such as Functional Skills, GCSEs, and A Levels where appropriate. This is an ideal role for a teacher who takes a holistic, therapeutic, and personalised approach to education. Your Key Responsibilities: * Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated English lessons tailored to EHCP outcomes * Lead on whole-school literacy development and English curriculum priorities * Track and assess pupil progress through formative and summative assessment * Differentiate learning to support neurodiverse pupils (ASC, SEMH) * Support literacy across the curriculum in collaboration with teaching staff * Develop schemes of work, lesson plans, and intervention strategies * Act as a form tutor, supporting pupils' pastoral development and wellbeing * Work closely with SENCo, therapists, and leadership to support holistic development * Manage and support Teaching Assistants and support staff within your team Requirements: * Qualified Teacher Status (QTS or QTLS) - essential * Specialism in English (Language and/or Literature) * Experience working with SEN pupils, particularly ASC and/or SEMH * Strong understanding of the National Curriculum and SEND Code of Practice * Proven ability to improve pupil outcomes and engagement * Excellent communication, organisation, and behaviour management skills * Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education Why Long Term Futures? * A dedicated consultant to support you throughout the recruitment process * Opportunities within specialist and alternative provision settings * Access to CPD focused on SEN, behaviour, and therapeutic practice * A personalised approach to matching you with the right school What's Next? * Apply with your updated CV * Have an introductory call with our team * Get matched with the right specialist provision * Attend an interview or trial day * Start your role with ongoing support If you are a qualified secondary teacher in another subject, we are also recruiting across a range of disciplines, please apply to discuss alternative opportunities. Please submit your application via the application page. All applicants must have an enhanced DBS and two references to be considered. Successful candidates will be contacted over the next few days. Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references