Functional Skills Teachers needed in Solihull

Aspire People; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

Flexible work patterns

Long-term placement with potential for

Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting Functional Skills Teachers to join our agency team working in SEN schools across Birmingham, including Solihull. You will deliver Functional Skills English, Maths and ICT/Digital Skills to learners aged 11-16 with SEND, adapting lessons to meet individual needs and EHCP outcomes.

The role starts September 2026 with ongoing work and potential for permanent placement. QTS with SEMH classroom experience and a calm, nurturing approach are essential, along with

Qualifications

• QTS with SEMH classroom experience
• Experience teaching students 11-16 with SEND
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour
• Commitment to safeguarding
• Flexible, resilient approach to teaching

Responsibilities

• Deliver Functional Skills English, Maths and ICT lessons
• Adapt lessons to meet individual learner needs
• Support EHCP outcomes and monitor progress
• Lead one-to-one or small-group sessions as required
• Collaborate with support staff and professionals

Skills

QTS SEMH

SEND 11-16

Behaviour management

Safeguarding

Nurturing classroom

Job description

Functional Skills Teachers needed in Solihull

Are you a passionate and experienced SEN Teacher looking for your next rewarding role? Join our agency team and work in SEN schools that support students with a range of complex needs, including Autism, SEMH challenges, and associated behavioural difficulties.

Location: Birmingham
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Ongoing, with potential for permanent placement

About the Role:

We support a number of SEN and alternative education settings across Birmingham and have been asked to recruit Functional Skills Teachers for September. You will deliver engaging, personalised lessons in Functional Skills English, Maths and/or ICT/Digital Skills, adapting teaching to meet the individual needs and abilities of each learner. You'll work closely with support staff and other professionals to support EHCP outcomes, monitor progress, build confidence and promote positive learning outcomes. Lessons may be delivered on a one-to-one or small-group basis, depending on the needs of the setting and learners.

What We're Looking For:

• QTS with SEMH classroom experience
• Proven ability to manage challenging behaviour and support emotional regulation
• Experience teaching students aged 11-16 with SEND
• A flexible, resilient approach and a strong commitment to safeguarding
• Ability to create a nurturing classroom where every student can thrive

Desirable (but not essential):

• Functional Skills qualifications or relevant subject specialism in English, Maths and/or ICT
• Experience working with EHCPs and individual learning plans
• Experience supporting learners with challenging behaviour, SEMH needs or emotional regulation

What We Offer:

• A supportive school environment committed to inclusion
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and SEND-specific training
• Competitive rates of pay (based on experience and qualifications)
• Flexible work patterns - part-time and full-time roles available
• Long-term placement with potential for a permanent contract

If you're passionate about helping young people build essential English, Maths and ICT skills and are ready for a fresh challenge, we'd love to hear from you!

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.