Teacher - English

Keighley College is looking for an enthusiastic and inspirational English Teacher to join our Study Programmes team, to plan and deliver inspirational GCSE lessons to our students.  Study Programmes offers a number of courses, ranging from Entry Level to Level 3. 

• Plan, prepare and develop schemes of work, session plans, teaching and learning resources, learning and assessment plans that inspire learner.
• Deliver and assess essential knowledge and understanding to learners.
• Create individual SMART learning targets linked to learner study programme/course.
• Be responsible for recording student progress
• Maintain and update knowledge of the subject and / or vocational area
• Motivate and inspire students to achieve targets and develop their skills to enable progression.

• Must have a L5 Teaching Qualification (e.g. Cert Ed, PGCE) and a relevant highest level vocational qualification or degree in teaching subject.
• You will be a passionate and enthusiastic educator with experience in teaching GCSE English to students at different levels within the secondary or FE sector.
• A keen eye for detail and the ability to plan exciting and differentiated learning materials is essential to this role.
• The ability to track and monitor progress in order to ensure learners reach their full potential will be a fundamental aspect of this role.
• Willingness to go the extra mile to ensure students not only enjoy their learning experience but are fully prepared for their final assessments. 

There are plenty of benefits available to our staff members, here are just a few:

• Generous Annual leave entitlement - If you work full time, you'll get at least 39 days holiday plus bank holidays. This includes closure days at Christmas (pro rata for part time staff).
  • Support Staff 39 days 
  • Academic 44 days
  • Senior Management 44 days
• Excellent Pension schemes
  • Teachers’ Pension Scheme 
  • Local Government Pension Scheme 
• Memberships and discounts - employees can sign up to various membership cards and discount schemes such as TOTUM card (formerly NUS card). 
• Travel and commuting - discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
• Learning and development opportunities -  including staff development days
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities - this will vary depending on role requirements

Keighley College has excellent modern facilities and provides a professional and friendly environment.  We pride ourselves on working closely with employers, the local community and other stakeholders to provide curriculum and support that meets the needs of our students. Our core purpose is to improve the life chances of our learners. We are passionate about helping our students to achieve their goals. We have state-of-the-art facilities in a central location, close to public transport links and great industry connections.

Choosing to work for Keighley College means that you will be part of an enterprising, inclusive, inspiring, collaborative, empowering, and dynamic environment. We hope that we will be part of the next step in your career and look forward to welcoming you to Keighley College.