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At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy!Our colleagues wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so were always looking for new ways to improve everyones work/life balance. Were taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff, and within the next year so theres never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!Job title:English TeacherLocation: The Tower School, Epping, CM16 4BASalary: Up to 42,000 per annum (not pro rata)Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8am - 4pmContract: Permanent, Term Time onlyStart Date:September 2025UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.As part of our continued growth, we are looking for an English Teacher to join the amazing team at The Tower School in Epping.Who we are looking forWe are looking for an English Teacher who can deliver high-quality English teaching tailored to students, fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that enables all pupils to make progress in literacy, language, and communication.Key Task Areas and ResponsibilitiesTeaching up to GCSE English Language and LiteratureTo plan, deliver and teach individual students or small groups, in accordance with the Schools Curriculum framework and related policiesTo monitor, record and report on student progressTo contribute to and help implement developments that relate to the School Development PlanTo promote, in line with Company policies, the physical, educational and moral development of the studentsTo contribute to the development and implementation of an environment and programme of learning for the individual student to ensure progression at an appropriate and satisfactory rateTo take responsibility for coordinating the teaching, development, assessment, recording and reporting of subjects and areas of learning across key stages as agreed with the HeadteacherTo devise, implement and review individual education plans, individual behaviour plans and other relevant individual plans in conjunction with other staffTo organise the classroom, its resources, student groupings and displays to provide a stimulating learning situation appropriate for studentsAdequately plan to ensure the safety of students, in line with risk assessments, while both on and off siteQualifications requiredUK QTS or equivalentAbout the schoolThe Tower School is an independent special day school for pupils ages 11 18 years who have a primary diagnosis of Autism. Our dedicated team work together to ensure successful outcomes for pupils who will often arrive at the school with a troubled view of education and life.This opportunity is based in Epping, Essex, CM16 4BA and is located on Epping High Road within easy access of J26 of the M25 and Junction 5 of the M11. Epping is a lovely market town in Essex and just 17 miles (30km) from the centre of London. It is surrounded by Epping Forest and the River Roding and River Lea valleys. The school is just a 10-minute walk from Epping station on the London Undergrounds central line which will have you in Londons West End in under 50 minutes.For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the fifth year running.Why join Options Autism? BenefitsYour health and wellbeing are important to us, so youll get an exceptional reward package including:Life AssurancePension scheme with options to increase your contributionsYour Wellbeing Matters access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checksAnd a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package thats right for you, including:A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits100s of discount options valid in the UK and abroadCycle to Work SchemesElectric Car Purchase SchemeCritical illness coverFamily Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.And thats not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so youll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. Youll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy.We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.#1