Community Teacher

Academics; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Community Teacher for an alternative education provider in High Wycombe. This role involves supporting students who have disengaged from traditional education by providing personalized academic and pastoral care in community settings. Candidates should have a strong academic background and experience with challenging behaviors. Benefits include access to CPD, employee wellness programs, and recognition incentives.

Benefits

Access to funded CPD and professional qualifications

Employee wellness benefits

Enhanced maternity/paternity policies

Cycle to Work Scheme

Performance recognition and staff referral incentives

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people with challenging behaviours or additional needs.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, inclusion, and alternative education models.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalized teaching and mentoring to students aged 11–16.
• Create tailored learning plans that address academic and emotional needs.
• Build strong relationships with families and local partners.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Resilience

Mentoring

Education

QTS/QTLS or willingness to work toward a recognized teaching qualification

GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above

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Community Teacher – High Wycombe
Inspire Change, Support Futures

Academics is working on behalf of a forward-thinking alternative education provider to recruit a Community Teacher based in High Wycombe. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate educator who is committed to transforming the lives of young people who have disengaged from traditional education.

As a Community Teacher in High Wycombe, you will support a small caseload of students—up to five at a time—delivering a bespoke learning experience in community settings, at home, or in other local facilities. Your role is to provide both academic tuition and vital pastoral care, helping learners overcome complex barriers and guiding them back toward structured education.

What You’ll Be Doing:

* Delivering personalised teaching and mentoring to students aged 11–16 in the High Wycombe area.
* Creating and implementing tailored learning plans that address both academic and emotional needs.
* Building strong relationships with families, local partners, and support services.
* Promoting engagement, resilience, and aspiration in learners who require alternative approaches to education.
* Acting as a key part of a wider inclusion team working collaboratively for positive outcomes.

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

* QTS/QTLS or willingness to work toward a recognised teaching qualification.
* A strong academic background, including GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above.
* Experience working with young people with challenging behaviours or additional needs.
* Knowledge of safeguarding, inclusion, and alternative education models.
* Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

What’s On Offer:

* Access to funded CPD and professional qualifications.
* Employee wellness benefits, including dental, optical, and holistic treatment reimbursements.
* Enhanced maternity/paternity policies and an employee assistance programme.
* Cycle to Work Scheme and shopping discounts.
* Performance recognition and staff referral incentives.

If you’re a resilient, compassionate, and motivated individual ready to make a genuine difference, this Community Teacher role in High Wycombe could be your next meaningful step.

Academics is a leading education recruitment agency committed to matching skilled educators with rewarding opportunities. We are proud to be acting as the recruitment agency for this vacancy.

Apply today to join the mission as a Community Teacher supporting young people in High Wycombe!

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