Alternative Provision Teacher

education personnel; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-to-day supply

Long-term assignments

Permanent positions

Job summary

Education Personnel are partnering with an Alternative Provision in Burton to recruit an AP Teacher for immediate start or January 2027. The role focuses on small-group teaching, tailored curricula, SEMH needs, and trauma-informed practice to re-engage vulnerable learners.

The successful candidate will hold QTS, have at least 6 months’ experience in AP/SEN or mainstream settings with strong inclusion focus, and demonstrate resilience, de-escalation skills, and collaborative working with SENCos

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• At least 6 months teaching experience in AP/PRU/SEN or mainstream with strong inclusion focus.
• Passionate about re-engaging vulnerable learners in education.
• Demonstrates resilience, de-escalation skills, and emotional intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored core subject or specialist teaching to small groups in AP.
• Plan and adapt lessons to meet SEMH needs.
• Monitor progress, track behaviour, and implement trauma-informed interventions.
• Collaborate with SENCos, multi-agency teams, and pastoral staff.
• Attend staff meetings and CPD as required.

Skills

QTS

Inclusion focus

De-escalation

Job description

AP Teacher – Burton (QTS Required)

Location: Burton

Contract Type: Full-Time

Start Date: Immediate / January 2027

Pay Rate: £130–£230 per day (dependent on experience and responsibilities)

Qualification: QTS required

Experience: Minimum 6 months’ teaching experience in a UK secondary or Alternative Provision setting

Overview:

Education Personnel are delighted to be working in partnership with a progressive and well-respected Alternative Provision (AP) setting in Burton to recruit a dedicated AP Teacher for a position starting immediately or in January 2027. This is an exciting opportunity for a resilient and compassionate educator to work with pupils who require alternative curriculum pathways, smaller group settings, and tailored re-engagement strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver tailored core subject or specialist teaching to small groups of students within an Alternative Provision environment.
• Plan, prepare, and adapt lessons to meet social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.
• Monitor student progress, track behavioural development, and implement trauma-informed interventions.
• Collaborate closely with SENCos, multi-agency teams, and pastoral support staff.
• Attend staff meetings, CPD, and review meetings as required.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Has at least 6 months of teaching experience within an AP, PRU, SEN, or mainstream secondary setting with strong inclusion focus.
• Is passionate about re-engaging vulnerable young people in education.
• Demonstrates outstanding de-escalation skills, resilience, and emotional intelligence.
• Demonstrates a collaborative approach and willingness to contribute to school life.

We offer:

• Day-to-day supply | Long-term assignments | Permanent positions
• Full-time (5 days per week) | Part-time (1 day or more per week)