Key Stage 4 Teacher

Key Stage 4 Teacher – Functional Skills

Location: Chorley, Lancashire

Salary: £31,650 – £43,606 per annum (dependent on experience)

Start Date: September 2025

Are you a passionate and dedicated educator looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young learners? A well-established education provider in Chorley is seeking an experienced Key Stage 4 Teacher to deliver Functional Skills in a supportive and nurturing environment.

This role offers the opportunity to work with small class groups, allowing for more focused, tailored teaching that supports the individual needs of each student.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality Functional Skills lessons to Key Stage 4 pupils.
• Plan, prepare, and assess lessons to meet the needs of a diverse range of learners.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Work closely with colleagues, parents, and external agencies to support student progress.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to the wider pastoral care of the students.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• PGCE qualification.
• Experience teaching Key Stage 4.
• Strong classroom management skills and a commitment to safeguarding.
• Ability to engage, motivate, and inspire pupils with additional learning needs.

The school environment offers a calm, therapeutic setting designed to support pupils who benefit from alternative educational approaches. With small class sizes and a strong focus on individual progress, this role is ideal for a teacher who thrives in a hands-on, pupil-centred learning environment.

If you are a resilient, enthusiastic, and skilled educator looking to play a key role in a supportive educational team, we would love to hear from you.

If you are interested in this position, please click apply now and we will be in contact within the next 48 hours to discuss next steps.

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