Location
London, England

Hours
Part-time, fixed-term contract to August 2027

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled, compassionate and experienced Dyslexia Teacher (Level 7) to join our dedicated team at Harris Academy Beckenham. This forward-thinking secondary school is committed to delivering inclusive education and personalised support to ensure every student reaches their full potential. You will design and deliver ambitious, appropriate programmes of work, resources and teaching strategies tailored to students with dyslexia and word-level interventions. You will lead high-quality interventions aligned with the SEN Code of Practice (2015), particularly within the Assess, Plan, Do, Review cycle, and monitor their effectiveness to ensure skills are successfully transferred into the wider curriculum. Additionally, you will provide expert advice on dyslexia and word-level difficulties, champion a dyslexia-friendly culture throughout the Academy, develop targeted interventions, and share best practices in learning support and special educational needs (SEN) to enhance teaching and learning across the school.

About Us
Harris Academy Beckenham’s vision is to ensure every child achieves excellence in all aspects of academy life. We have high aspirations for academic standards and personal development to prepare students for the demands of the 21st century global workplace. We provide engaging and innovative learning experiences within a disciplined environment where good manners, smart uniform and mature conduct are expected from all.

Rewards & Benefits
Our people are at the heart of our success. We foster a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in staff through support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes. Our competitive rewards package includes the Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, an Annual Loyalty Bonus, a Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, and many other benefits.

Safeguarding
The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Equal Opportunities
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value diversity and are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.

Experience
A minimum of two years’ post-qualification experience at Level 7 in teaching students with dyslexia.

About you
Compassionate, skilled and committed to inclusive education. You should be able to design and deliver tailored interventions, provide expert advice, and champion a dyslexia-friendly culture. A proactive approach to sharing best practices and working collaboratively within a team is essential.

Qualifications
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent and a good undergraduate degree. Level 7 qualification in teaching students with dyslexia. Evidence of continued professional development, including in-service training.