About this role
Are you passionate about supporting young people to reach their full potentialDo you want to work in a vibrant, multi-faith school community founded on dignity, community, wisdom, and hope?Are you a relational individual who excels at building trust and challenging students to flourish?If so, then we want to hear from you!
The Role:
You will be the key adult for a small number of students (often 1:1 or very small groups), delivering highly personalised teaching with a strong emphasis on relationships, emotional regulation and inclusion.
Your role will be to break down learning, close gaps, and re-build engagement through creative and adaptive teaching.
You will:
Design bespoke learning experiences tailored to individual needsDeliver engaging, flexible and ambitious teachingCreate safe, nurturing environments where students can thriveBuild strong, trusting relationships with vulnerable learnersMake a life-changing difference every single day
Key Responsibilities
1. Teaching & Curriculum
Plan and deliver a personalised, adapted curriculum aligned with the mainstream offerTeach Functional Skills (English and Maths) using creative, differentiated approachesUse strategies such as:
o Interest-led learning
o Experiential and community-based learning
o Flexible pacing and outcomes
o Use EOTTC approaches
Ensure learning is meaningful, progressive and leads to sustained development
2. Assessment & Progress
Track and monitor academic progress, engagement and wellbeingUse appropriate frameworks(e.g. Engagement Model where needed)Maintain accurate records and contribute to EHCP reviews and reporting
3. Relational Practice & Wellbeing
Act as a trusted key adult for studentsUse trauma-informed, relational and restorative approachesSupport emotional regulation and readiness to learnRecognise and respond proactively to signs of distress
4. Inclusion & Provision
Support gradual reintegration into school where appropriateFacilitate access to:
o Wider school experiences
o Enrichment opportunities
o Community-based learning
Promote independence, confidence and belonging
5. Multi-Agency Working
Work closely with families to ensure consistency and trustCollaborate with SENDCo, pastoral staff and external professionalsContribute to multi-agency and review meetings
6. Safeguarding & Professional Responsibilities
Maintain the highest standards of safeguarding across all settingsComplete and follow risk assessments for off-site learningEngage in ongoing professional development in SEND and inclusionUphold the school’s ethos of high expectations and inclusive practice
The Ideal Candidate Will:
Hold QTS/QTLSHave experience working with students with SENDBe highly skilled in adapting teaching and personalising learningDemonstrate excellent behaviour management and relational practiceBe resilient, reflective and solution-focusedBe passionate about inclusion and improving life chancesBe confident working flexibly across different environments
Primary-trained teachers are encouraged to apply, particularly those with strong experience in scaffolding learning and closing gaps.