Unqualified English Teacher - Greenwich

Unqualified English Teacher

Location: Greenwich
Start date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time permanent
Salary: Unqualified Teacher (Inner London Pay Scale) £27,252 - £39,417

Are you passionate about English and eager to inspire students through language, literature, and literacy?

Aspire People are seeking an enthusiastic, committed, and proactive Unqualified English Teacher to join a supportive Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Greenwich this September.

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone with a strong academic background in English and a desire to make a real difference in the lives of young people with additional learning needs.

Unqualified English Teacher - key responsibilities:

As an Unqualified English Teacher, you'll support students in both one-to-one and small group settings, delivering engaging and accessible English lessons across reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension.

Your duties will include:

1. Teaching a variety of English topics suited to the individual learning needs of SEN students.
2. Supporting the development and implementation of EHCPs.
3. Creating engaging lesson content to develop literacy, language, and communication skills.
4. Fostering a safe, inclusive, and structured classroom environment.
5. Collaborating with support staff and the SEN team to track student progress.
6. Maintaining open and supportive communication with parents and carers.
7. Upholding high standards of behaviour and learning in line with school policies.

Unqualified English Teacher - the school

Situated in Greenwich, this vibrant and inclusive SEN school supports students with a broad range of additional needs, including cognitive, emotional, and physical challenges. The school is committed to providing a nurturing, personalised, and high-quality educational experience that empowers every learner to thrive.

Why you'll love working here:

1. Modern, purpose-built facilities tailored to SEN learning needs.
2. A friendly and collaborative team of educators and support professionals.
3. Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities.
4. A school culture built on empathy, respect, and student-centred learning.

Unqualified English Teacher - requirements:

1. A UK degree from a reputable university in English, English Literature, or a related field.
2. A genuine interest in education and supporting young people.
3. Experience working in an SEN or educational setting (desirable but not essential).
4. Strong communication skills, patience, and a creative approach to teaching.
5. Willingness to learn, adapt, and grow in a supportive environment.
6. A firm commitment to safeguarding and student welfare.

How to apply:

If this Unqualified English Teacher role sounds perfect for you, please don't hesitate to apply via this page. Michaela will be in touch within 1 working day if you have been shortlisted.