English Teacher / HLTA – Part-Time | Shrewsbury | September Start! 

TARA Recruitment is supporting a specialist education provider in Shrewsbury to recruit a dedicated English Teacher / HLTA to join their growing team on a part-time basis.

This rewarding opportunity would suit a passionate English Teacher who enjoys working with young people with SEND and SEMH needs and is committed to helping students overcome barriers to learning. The successful English Teacher will deliver engaging English and Functional Skills English sessions, supporting learners across KS3, KS4 and KS5.

Working within a nurturing and inclusive environment, the English Teacher will build positive relationships with students, adapt learning to meet individual needs and help learners develop confidence, communication skills and independence.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and differentiated English and Functional Skills English lessons.

• Adapt teaching approaches to meet a range of SEND and SEMH needs.

• Support students to develop literacy, communication and independent learning skills.

• Monitor and record student progress, attendance and engagement.

• Build positive relationships that encourage participation and achievement.

• Support students in achieving accredited qualifications and positive outcomes.

Key Requirements

• Experience teaching English or Functional Skills English.

• Experience supporting young people with SEND and/or SEMH needs.

• Relevant teaching, tutoring or educational qualification.

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

• Ability to adapt learning creatively to engage students.

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Desirable

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.

• Experience within alternative provision.

• Knowledge of trauma-informed practice.

• Experience supporting Functional Skills qualifications.

• Experience working with KS4 and KS5 learners.

This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate and adaptable English Teacher looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people. Whether you are an experienced English Teacher or a skilled HLTA with strong literacy teaching experience, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your most current CV for further information! 

About Tara

We provide a dedicated and committed service to candidates, supporting teachers and support staff in their search for suitable & regular work and excellent Teacher Referral Bonuses. Tara Professional Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer, and encourages applications from all interested parties.

All applicants will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit. 

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and young people and work diligently to help raise the standards of education within our schools.
Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

What we're looking for

We are seeking candidates who:

• Demonstrate a genuine commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

• Have a clear understanding of professional boundaries, safeguarding responsibilities and the importance of reporting concerns in line with school policies and statutory guidance.

• Share our values of integrity, professionalism, inclusivity and putting the needs of children first.

• Have a positive, reliable and proactive attitude, with the ability to build professional relationships with pupils, colleagues and school staff.

• Are committed to creating safe, supportive learning environments where every child can thrive.

• Are willing to engage fully with safer recruitment and ongoing compliance requirements, including safeguarding training and vetting checks.

Successful applicants will be expected to uphold the highest standards of professional conduct and always act in the best interests of children.