English as an Additional Language (EAL) Instructor

South Lincolnshire Academies Trust wish to appoint an enthusiastic English as an Additional Language (EAL) Instructor to join our secondary school team. The role involves supporting learners who are new to English or at an early stage of English language acquisition. The role focuses on small-group teaching and targeted intervention to enable students to access the mainstream curriculum, make strong progress, and integrate successfully into school life. This is an excellent opportunity to join a thriving and highly motivated Trust who take pride in the high staff retention rates and wellbeing of their staff. The successful candidate will: · Plan and deliver engaging EAL lessons to small groups of pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4, matched to students’ language proficiency and learning needs. · Support pupils’ development of speaking, listening, reading and writing in English, including subject-specific language required to access the curriculum. · Collaborate with teaching staff, SEN, Inclusion and EAL teams to embed language support across subjects; · Track progress and contribute to individual learning plans; · Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent), including English and Maths at a 4+ (or equivalent); · A relevant qualification or substantial experience related to teaching, education or language support; · Experience working with EAL learners in a school setting would be desirable; · Have strong communication and organisational skills; · Be patient, supportive approach and a passion for helping students succeed. The Trust offers exceptionally pleasant working environments. Our school sites offer a calm and safe place, where staff and students work hard, achieve a great deal and enjoy excellent working relationships. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks undertaken are in line with “Keeping Children Safe in Educa