Specialist English Teacher (Post 16)
West Specialist Inclusive Learning Centre, Pudsey, West Yorkshire, LS28 6HL24 days remaining to apply
Start date details
1st September 2026 or ASAP
Closing date
25 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
1 June 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- M1-UPR 3, Minimum SEN Allowance
Additional allowances
M1-UPR 3, Minimum SEN Allowance
Specialist English Teacher (Post 16) job summary
At West SILC, we believe English is about far more than qualifications. It is about helping young people find their voice, communicate with confidence, advocate for themselves, access employment, build relationships, and live as independently as possible.
We are looking for an inspiring, creative and passionate English Specialist Teacher to join our Post-16 Powerhouse department in Farsley, where we are transforming what is possible for young adults with special educational needs.
Our learners follow our innovative Powerhouse Life-Changing Curriculum, designed around two key strands:
Our innovative curriculum is split into two dynamic strands:
🟡 Learning to Live - developing communication, independence, personal safety, community participation and life skills.
🟡 Learning to Earn - preparing learners for employment through vocational learning, enterprise projects, work placements and supported internships.
Why teach English at West SILC?
✅ Deliver English in meaningful, real-world contexts that make a genuine difference to learners' lives
✅ Teach Functional Skills English from Entry Level 1 to Level 2, alongside personalised communication programmes and English elements of Personal Progress qualifications
✅ Develop literacy through practical activities such as job applications, interviews, travel training, community learning, enterprise projects and independent living skills
✅ Support learners to become confident communicators through AAC, symbols, signing, assistive technology and personalised communication systems
✅ Work within state-of-the-art simulated learning environments including The Hub and The Foundry, where literacy is brought to life through authentic experiences
✅ Join a passionate, innovative and supportive team dedicated to preparing young people for adulthood
What we’re looking for:
✔ A qualified teacher (QTS/QTLS) who believes in educating for life, not just lessons
✔ A passionate English specialist who believes literacy can transform lives
✔ Experience teaching English, Functional Skills English, GCSE English or literacy programmes
✔ A creative practitioner who can make English engaging, relevant and accessible for learners with SEND
✔ Experience of adapting learning for learners with MLD, SLD, autism, SEMH and communication needs
✔ Someone who understands that communication, self-advocacy and literacy are essential foundations for independence and employment
✔ A team player who builds strong relationships with learners, families, employers and professionals
In return, we offer:
A warm, inclusive and values-driven school community
Extensive CPD and career development opportunities
Opportunities to shape and develop our Post-16 English curriculum
Access to specialist therapists and multidisciplinary teams
State-of-the-art learning environments
A strong, supportive team who care deeply about each other and our learners
The opportunity to make a life-changing difference every day
Visiting the PLC Pathway.
View the Powerhouse Life Changing pathway video on our website - PLC Pathway — West SILC
We think it is important for prospective candidates to visit our PLC Pathway, this is a very unique setting with learner independence and confidence truly at the heart of everything we do.
To book an appointment on one of the below dates please contact Rob Lakewood by leaving a message with the school office - 0113 386 2450 or email:
rob.lakewood@westsilc.org
Wednesday 10th June 11am
Monday 15th June 9:30am
Wednesday 24th June 11am
Address: Springfield Mills, Bagley Lane, Pudsey LS28 5LY
West SILC is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds. An enhanced DBS check is required for appointment to this post.
Applications are preferred to be submitted via My New Term (West SILC)
Closing date: 12 noon on Thursday 25th June (please note we may interview strong candidates before the closing date)
Interviews will be held week beginning Monday 6th July
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
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.
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- School type
- Special schools, Does not apply, ages 2 to 19
- School size
- 287 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 19
- Ofsted report
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School location
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