English Intervention Teacher

Thamesmead School, Shepperton, Middlesex, TW17 9EE

15 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  1st September 2026

• Closing date

  11 March 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  24 February 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: English
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £40.00 Hourly

English Intervention Teacher job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join our thriving English department in supporting the acceleartion of progress in reading, writing, and literacy for students who require additional support to reach age-related expectations.

You will play a key role in narrowing attainment gaps, boosting confidence, and fostering a love of English in small-group and one-to-one settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver targeted English intervention sessions for students across Years 7-11
• Identify literacy gaps using assessment data and adapt teaching accordingly
• Support students in preparation for GCSE English Language and Literature
• Monitor, track, and report on student progress
• Work collaboratively with the English department and SEND team
• Develop tailored resources to support reading fluency, comprehension, writing skills, and exam technique
• Build positive, supportive relationships that promote engagement and resilience

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Have experience teaching English at secondary level
• Demonstrate strong subject knowledge in English Language and Literature
• Have experience supporting lower-attaining students or those with additional needs (desirable)
• Be patient, adaptable, and committed to raising achievement
• Have strong organisational and communication skills

We Offer:

• A supportive and collaborative English department
• Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities
• A commitment to staff wellbeing
• Opportunities for career progression
• A positive and inclusive school community

Thamesmead School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

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Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Thamesmead School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Thamesmead School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1048 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Thamesmead School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/thamesmead-school

The school is situated to the West of London with good rail and road access. Our location means our staff enjoy living in areas such as West and South West London, Surrey and Berkshire making fantastic choices for city, suburban or rural living available.

Thamesmead is a vibrant and successful school. In 2019 our students gained strong GCSE results. 85% of students gained a 4 grade or higher in English and Maths and 58% of students achieved a grade 5 or higher in English and Maths. 83% achieved 5 GCSEs or more graded at 4 or above.

"Pupils behave well, are co-operative and respectful towards their teachers and each other. Strong leadership aims to ensure that the school provides the best possible standards of teaching and learning."- Ofsted.

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