Functional Skills Teachers needed (TUESDAYS ONLY - SHORT HOURS)

Aspire People; Park Central; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a Functional Skills Teacher to work in Birmingham on Tuesdays, delivering Functional Skills English, Maths and ICT to SEN learners aged 11-16. You will tailor lessons to individual needs, collaborating with support staff to meet EHCP outcomes.

The role offers short hours, potential for ongoing placement, and a chance to contribute to positive learning progress in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• QTS with SEMH classroom experience.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour and support emotional regulation.
• Experience teaching students aged 11-16 with SEND.
• Flexible, safeguarding-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Functional Skills English, Maths and/or ICT/Digital Skills lessons.
• Adapt teaching to meet individual learner needs and abilities.
• Work with support staff and professionals to support EHCP outcomes.

Skills

QTS with SEMH

Behaviour management

SEND experience

Education

QTS qualification

Job description

Functional Skills Teachers needed (TUESDAYS ONLY - SHORT HOURS)

Are you a passionate and experienced SEN Teacher looking for your next rewarding role?

Join our agency team and work with a SEN team that support students with a range of complex needs, including Autism, SEMH challenges, and associated behavioural difficulties in Post-16 immediately.

Location: Birmingham

Start Date: ASAP

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

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.