Alternative Provision Teacher
Job description
Alternative Provision Teacher (KS3–KS4)
Two sites: St Albans
Start Date: ASAP
Are you a passionate and resilient educator committed to transforming the lives of young people?
We are seeking a dedicated Alternative Provision Teacher to support KS3–KS4 students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in one of our sites in St Albans.
About the Role
You will:
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Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual needs
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Support students with SEMH challenges to re-engage with learning
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Build positive, professional relationships that promote trust and consistency
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Work collaboratively with pastoral teams, SENCOs, families, and external agencies
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Contribute to behaviour support plans and EHCP targets
About Our Students
Our learners are KS3–KS4 pupils who may have:
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SEMH needs
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Gaps in education due to exclusion or disrupted schooling
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EHCPs or identified additional needs
Small class sizes allow you to make a genuine impact every day.
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
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Holds QTS (or equivalent teaching qualification)
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Has experience working with SEMH, SEND, or alternative provision settings
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Has Secondary Teaching experience
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Demonstrates strong behaviour management with a nurturing approach
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Is resilient, patient, and committed to inclusive practice
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Can adapt teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs
We Offer:
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Small class sizes and strong pastoral support
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A collaborative and supportive team environment
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Ongoing CPD and professional development
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The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in young people’s lives
If you are ready to inspire, motivate, and help students rebuild confidence in education, we would love to hear from you.
To apply please apply using your up-to-date CV with relevant skills and experience, no CVs will not be considered for the role.
Safeguarding is a priority. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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