Alternative Teacher (Salaried or Bank Worker)

Islington Working; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Complete Works in London seeks an Alternative Teacher to deliver personalised education to students in homes and Learning Hubs, with training provided. You’ll work with learners who have high needs, including SEN, medical needs, and SEMH, supported by an education team and safeguarding specialists.

Travel expenses are included, with DBS/Police clearances and references required. The role offers a pathway to mentorship by a QTS teacher and opportunities to teach English, Maths and Science up

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people, preferably with SEN or SEMH.
• Ability to deliver one-to-one and small group sessions.
• Interest in teaching English/Math/Science with support.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, personalised education to students through one-to-one sessions and small group teaching across homes, learning hubs and community venues throughout London.
• Be creative, adapt your approach and celebrate progress in all its forms.

Skills

Experience with SEN/SEMH

One-to-one tutoring

Creativity

Job description

Vacancy Alternative Teacher (Salaried or Bank Worker)

Employer

Employer The Complete Works

Vacancy type

Reference number

Reference number Alt10815

Form of employment

Form of employment Full Time

Salary / Rate

Hours

Hours Not specified

Published

Published 13/10/2026

Closing date 30/11/2026

Description

We are seeking passionate and creative people to teach one-to-one lessons with young people across London, working both in students’ homes and our Learning Hubs. You do not need to be a qualified teacher, we will provide your training.

Our students have high needs including SEN, medical needs, and SEMH, making mainstream school unsuitable.The work is varied, challenging, and immensely rewarding. You’ll be backed by a dedicated office education team, including a QTS teacher who will mentor you, as well as specialists in safeguarding, wellbeing, and interventions.

Your mission: to inspire your students to learn creatively, grow in confidence, and achieve academically.

Duties

• You’ll deliver engaging, personalised education to students through one-to-one sessions and small group teaching across homes, learning centres and community venues throughout London.
• You’ll have the opportunity to be creative, adapt your approach and celebrate progress in all its forms because every step forward, no matter how small, can have a lasting impact.
• You’ll teach a broad curriculum, including English, Maths and Science (to Foundation GCSE level), while supporting students’ academic progress, emotional wellbeing and personal development.
• Travel expenses are included within the remuneration package, recognising the important role you play in bringing education directly to the young people we support.
• Enhanced DBS Certificate and Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable).
• Two professional reference checks.
• Experience working with young people, ideally with SEN or SEMH.
• Willingness to teach English, Maths and Science up to KS3 or KS4 level, with support.