Cross Curricular Teacher

The-Thinking-Schools-Academy-Trust-2; Torquay; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Health & wellbeing

Staff support

Job summary

Lodestar Academy in Torbay invites applications from qualified teachers who are passionate about supporting vulnerable young people. The role involves delivering an adaptable cross-curricular curriculum in a small-school setting, with responsibilities including form tutoring and strong engagement with families.

You will be delivering differentiated lessons, promoting inclusion, wellbeing and positive behaviour, and you will be part of a close-knit, supportive staff team committed to helping

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people.
• Experience working in Alternative Provision, SEND, SEMH or mainstream education.
• Interested in moving into Alternative Provision and believe you have the values and mindset to succeed.
• Understand that behaviour is often a form of communication.
• Can balance unwavering care with consistently high expectations.
• Reflective, resilient and solution-focused.
• Value teamwork and enjoy working within a close-knit, highly supportive staff team.
• Believe every young person deserves a fresh start and a champion in their corner.

Responsibilities

• Teach across a range of curriculum areas within a small-school environment.
• Deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that remove barriers to learning.
• Act as a form tutor and champion for a group of young people.
• Develop strong, trusting relationships with students and families.
• Support attendance, wellbeing, personal development and positive behaviour.

Job description

About The Role

Transform Life Chances. Change Futures. Teach Differently.

As a Cross-Curricular Teacher, you will deliver an ambitious and adaptive curriculum that meets the academic, social, emotional and behavioural needs of our students. You will create learning experiences that build confidence, resilience, independence and personal success while preparing students for further education, employment and training.

You will:

• Teach across a range of curriculum areas within a small-school environment.
• Deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that remove barriers to learning.
• Act as a form tutor and champion for a group of young people.
• Develop strong, trusting relationships with students and families.
• Support attendance, wellbeing, personal development and positive behaviour.

We would love to hear from you if you:

• Are a qualified teacher with a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people.
• Have experience working in Alternative Provision, SEND, SEMH or mainstream education.
• Are interested in moving into Alternative Provision and believe you have the values and mindset to succeed.
• Understand that behaviour is often a form of communication.
• Can balance unwavering care with consistently high expectations.
• Are reflective, resilient and solution-focused.
• Value teamwork and enjoy working within a close-knit, highly supportive staff team.
• Believe every young person deserves a fresh start and a champion in their corner.

Most importantly, you will share our belief that no child should be defined by their circumstances.

A Message From Us

This role is not for someone looking for the easiest route through teaching. It is for someone looking for the most rewarding.For someone who believes that education can rebuild confidence, restore aspirations and change the direction of a young person's life.If you are passionate about helping vulnerable young people achieve outcomes they may never have believed possible, and want to be part of a team united by purpose, compassion and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.

About Us

Lodestar Academy, located in Torbay, is a dynamic and highly regarded institution, dedicated to providing exceptional education for young people aged 11-18. We believe that every young person, regardless of their background or life challenges, has the potential to succeed. Our mission is to empower those, particularly those facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges, who have been excluded or marginalised from mainstream education.

At Lodestar Academy, we create a safe, nurturing environment for 50 secondary-aged students who have struggled in traditional school settings. Through a tailored approach that prioritises academic achievement alongside behaviour interventions and therapeutic support, we help our students reintegrate at the same key stage as their peers and open the door to future opportunities in employment and further education.

With a recent Ofsted rating of "Good," Lodestar Academy is recognised for its commitment to the welfare of students and their families.

As Ofsted put it, "The welfare of pupils and their families is at the heart of The Lodestar Academy."

Join us in helping to unlock the full potential of every student and provide them with the support they deserve.

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools across the South West, South, South East and East of England, consisting of early years, primary, secondary and specialist provision.

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances. That’s why we invest in our people, so that our staff are best supported to positively impact our pupils.

Learn more about our Vision and Values here

Why Join the Thinking Schools Academy Trust?

We’re proud to offer more than just a job—we provide a range of exceptional benefits to support and reward our staff:

Career Development: We are committed to supporting your professional growth and offer a wide range of opportunities for career advancement. From staff development days and conferences to apprenticeships, we provide clear pathways for progression and promotional opportunities across our regions.

Health and Wellbeing Support: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support, preferential access to Benenden Health, free flu vaccinations and eye