Class Teacher - Permanent Role 

Location: Birkenhead, CH41 5AT
Salary: Depending on experience
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:00

About the Role

We are looking for a dedicated Class Teacher to support students aged 11-16 in an alternative education setting in Wirral. You will deliver engaging lessons, build positive relationships with learners, and help students achieve their academic and personal goals.

This role is ideal for a passionate educator who enjoys making a real difference to young people's lives and supporting learners who may need additional guidance and encouragement.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons tailored to individual student needs.
• Monitor and assess student progress.
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Support students' emotional wellbeing and personal development.
• Manage behaviour effectively and promote positive engagement.
• Work closely with colleagues, parents, and external professionals.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding and student welfare.

Requirements

Essential

• QTS, QTLS, PGCE, Cert Ed, or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience working in a school or educational setting.
• GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English, Maths, and Science.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing.

Desirable

• Experience in alternative provision, SEND, or specialist education.
• Secondary school teaching experience.
• Degree in English, Maths, Science, or another relevant subject.

Skills & Attributes

• Ability to engage and motivate young people.
• Flexible and creative teaching approach.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Positive, resilient, and student-focused attitude.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Ongoing CPD and funded training opportunities.
• Career progression pathways.
• Enhanced family-friendly policies.
• Health and wellbeing support.
• Healthcare cashback scheme.
• Life assurance cover.
• Employee rewards, discounts, and referral bonuses.
  
  

Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

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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.
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