English as an Additional Language (EAL) Teacher

EAL Teacher (peripatetic) 0.8 fte

Do you have a passion for language acquisition and an understanding of the needs of EAL pupils in primary and secondary classrooms, and recent experience of working in UK secondary schools?

The English as an Additional Language Service is looking for a 0.8 fte teacher to join its dynamic team of EAL teachers and Bilingual Support Officers who support children in East Sussex schools.

The role involves assessing, monitoring and teaching pupils with English as an Additional Language (EAL) in school settings. You will support schools in addressing the educational needs of EAL pupils to raise achievement and promote inclusive practices.

We are looking for candidates who are able to:

• Design & deliver personalised learning programmes for EAL learners at

all phases and ability levels

• Form good professional working relationships with a wide range of

people

• Share good practice and advise and support colleagues

• Have an empathy for the issues affecting EAL pupils and their families

• Use ICT effectively for communication and teaching

• Demonstrate good planning, record keeping and assessment skills

• Deliver effective training to schools and other professionals

If you have QTS or QTLS and recent relevant experience, we want to hear from you. Please note a specific EAL qualification is not necessary for this post.

This is a county wide post.

To apply please upload your cv and cover letter explaining how you meet the criteria set out in the job description attached with this advert.

Interviews will be held in person on Monday 10 July 2023 in Eastbourne

We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.

For an informal discussion please contact Deborah Owen, EALS Co-Ordinator, English as an Additional Language Service, by email at Deborah.Owen@eastsussex.gov.uk or mobile 07966 646583.

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to http://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check. Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.

Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.

Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.

Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.