Instructor

TN United Kingdom; Bury; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is searching for a passionate Secondary Vocational Instructor to join a thriving SEMH School in Bury. This role offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges. You will deliver engaging lessons and work closely with a dedicated team, fostering an environment of support and growth. With opportunities for career progression and a commitment to your wellbeing, this position is ideal for those looking to develop their career in a rewarding educational setting.

Benefits

Opportunities for Career Progression

Training Opportunities

Commitment to Wellbeing

Mentorship and Guidance

Paid DBS

Friendly Environment

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Understanding of teaching and learning principles.
• Experience in non-mainstream educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons and support department success.
• Work collaboratively with a small team to motivate learners.

Skills

Teaching and Learning Understanding

Experience with Challenging Learners

Empathy and Support for Learner Development

Safeguarding Procedures Knowledge

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Flexibility and Adaptability

Education

Teaching Qualification

Level 2 in Mathematics

Level 2 in English

Job description

Position: Secondary Vocational Instructor (SEMH School)

Location: Bury, Greater Manchester

Hours: 40 hours per week, term time

Salary: £24,000 per annum

Are you looking for the next step in your career?

We believe that every person in our care has a personal best, and we are committed to helping them achieve it. Join us, and we’ll support you in achieving your personal best in your career.

What are we looking for?

The Headteacher is seeking to appoint an aspiring Instructor to join this thriving SEMH School. Reporting to the Headteacher, you will be responsible for delivering engaging lessons and supporting the department's success. We seek an enthusiastic, flexible, and determined individual who shares our values and wants to develop their career in this specialist area.

Person Specification:

• Understanding of teaching, learning, and qualifications.
• Experience working in non-mainstream settings with challenging learners.
• Ability to empathize and support learner development.
• Robust understanding of safeguarding procedures.
• Ability to work as part of a small team.
• Good educational background (Teaching qualification, ideally Level 2 in Mathematics and English or equivalent).
• Excellent communication and delivery skills.
• Reliable, flexible, adaptable, and able to motivate and inspire.

Why work for us:

• Opportunities for career progression.
• Training opportunities, both face-to-face and online.
• Commitment to wellbeing and support.
• Dedicated team with mentorship and guidance.
• Supportive management and leadership.
• Full induction, paid DBS, friendly environment, and career development opportunities with a major UK care provider.

Who we are:

The Cambian Group is a leading provider of specialist education, offering services to help young people achieve their personal best.

Chesham House School provides high-quality, personalized education for young people aged 10-18 with social, emotional, and mental health challenges at significant risk. Our approach aims to inspire and engage learners through positive experiences, believing all can achieve their best with proper support.

Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding:

Cambian is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting young people and service users. All candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check and reference checks.

We conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates as part of safeguarding checks. These searches are performed by individuals not on the appointment panel, to avoid bias, and only relevant findings will be shared if necessary.