English and Functional Skills Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated SEMH school in Bottesford is seeking a Teacher of English and Functional Skills to start January 2026. This exciting opportunity calls for a committed professional who can deliver engaging lessons to KS3 and KS4 students and adapt teaching to meet diverse needs. Applicants should have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a strong understanding of SEMH requirements. Perks include daily meals, a pathway to a permanent role, and ongoing professional development.

Benefits

Breakfast and lunch provided daily

Early finish every Friday

Temp to perm opportunity

5 days of wellbeing leave after probation

Specialist training and development opportunities

Ongoing support from dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent required.
• Experience with SEMH needs or working with complex needs preferred.
• Patience and child-centred teaching ethos essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and differentiated lessons for KS3 and KS4 students.
• Plan, prepare, mark, and assess work accordingly.
• Adapt lessons for diverse academic and emotional needs.

Skills

Strong understanding of SEMH needs

Ability to teach English and Functional Skills

Strong communication skills

Behaviour management skills

Nurturing and child-centred ethos

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Teacher of English & Functional Skills (KS3-KS4)

SEMH School - Bottesford

Start: January 2026 Temp to Perm Suitable for NQTs/ECTs

Are you an enthusiastic English specialist with a passion for supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you thrive in nurturing, structured environments where every lesson can make a real difference? If so, this exciting opportunity could be the perfect next step in your teaching career.

Tradewind Recruitment is proud to be working with a dedicated SEMH School in Bottesford, seeking a committed Teacher of English and Functional Skills to work with KS3 and KS4 pupils. This is a full teaching role, including planning, marking, assessment and wider teaching responsibilities. The role is open to both experienced teachers and NQTs/ECTs looking to develop within a specialist setting.

The Role

As the English & Functional Skills Teacher, you will:

• Deliver engaging and differentiated English and Functional Skills lessons to KS3 and KS4 students.
• Plan, prepare, mark and assess work in line with full teaching expectations.
• Adapt lessons to meet diverse academic, emotional, and behavioural needs within an SEMH setting.
• Foster a calm, supportive and consistent classroom environment.
• Work collaboratively with an experienced pastoral team to ensure holistic support for every learner.
• Use creativity and resilience to re-engage pupils who may have experienced disrupted or negative prior education.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of SEMH needs and/or experience working with pupils with additional or complex needs.
• Ability to teach English and Functional Skills across KS3 and KS4.
• A patient, nurturing and child-centred teaching ethos.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• Due to the rural location, access to your own vehicle and the ability to drive is essential.

Working Hours

• Monday-Thursday: 08:30 - 16:30
• Friday: 08:30 - 16:00 (early finish!)

Perks & Benefits

• Breakfast and lunch provided daily for all staff.
• Early finish every Friday at 4:00pm.
• Temp to perm opportunity with a clear pathway to a permanent role.
• After a successful probation period, you will receive 5 days of wellbeing leave to use throughout the academic year.
• Specialist SEND/SEMH training and professional development opportunities.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Tradewind consultant.
• A welcoming, skilled team committed to providing exceptional SEMH provision.

If you are ready to inspire and empower young people who need it most, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to join this exceptional SEMH school from January 2026 and take the next meaningful step in your teaching career!