Intervention Teacher

Supply Desk; Purbrook; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Supply Desk are seeking an English & Maths Intervention Teacher to join a dedicated secondary school in Portsmouth from September 2026.

The role focuses on small-group English and Maths lessons for students who have been removed from mainstream lessons, helping them re-engage with learning, develop literacy and numeracy, and build behaviours for reintegration where appropriate.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant secondary teaching experience.
• Ability to teach English and Maths confidently at Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 level.
• Experience working with students who require additional support, intervention or alternative provision.
• Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills.
• A patient, adaptable and resilient approach.
• Understanding of SEND, SEMH and barriers to learning.
• Commitment to inclusion and supporting all students to achieve their potential.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a wider pastoral and multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging English and Maths lessons to small groups of secondary-aged students.
• Differentiate learning to meet a range of academic, behavioural and emotional needs.
• Support students who may have experienced barriers to learning, disengagement from education or difficulties accessing mainstream classrooms.
• Create a calm, structured and positive learning environment.
• Build strong relationships that promote student confidence, engagement and success.
• Implement strategies to support behaviour regulation and positive learning habits.
• Monitor and track student progress, celebrating achievements and identifying areas for development.
• Work collaboratively with pastoral leaders, SEND staff, parents and external agencies where required.

Skills

English teaching

Maths teaching

Behaviour management

Intervention experience

Education

QTS

Secondary teaching experience

Job description

Position: English & Maths Intervention Teacher - Secondary Provision

Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire

Start Date: September 2026

Contract Type: Long-term contract with the opportunity to become permanent for the right candidate

Salary: £140 - £160 per day (depending on experience)

Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and resilient English & Maths Intervention Teacher to join a successful secondary school in Portsmouth from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about supporting students who require additional academic and pastoral support. The role will involve teaching English and Maths to small groups of students who have been removed from mainstream lessons, helping them re-engage with education and achieve positive outcomes.

You will work within a specialist provision designed to provide targeted support for students who require a more structured and personalised learning environment. The successful candidate will deliver engaging lessons that help students build confidence, improve core literacy and numeracy skills, and develop the behaviours needed for successful reintegration into mainstream education where appropriate.

Working alongside pastoral, SEND and safeguarding teams, you will play a vital role in supporting both the academic progress and personal development of young people.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging English and Maths lessons to small groups of secondary-aged students.
• Differentiate learning to meet a range of academic, behavioural and emotional needs.
• Support students who may have experienced barriers to learning, disengagement from education or difficulties accessing mainstream classrooms.
• Create a calm, structured and positive learning environment.
• Build strong relationships that promote student confidence, engagement and success.
• Implement strategies to support behaviour regulation and positive learning habits.
• Monitor and track student progress, celebrating achievements and identifying areas for development.
• Work collaboratively with pastoral leaders, SEND staff, parents and external agencies where required.
• Support students in developing resilience, self-confidence and independence.

About the School

A well-established and ambitious secondary school serving the Portsmouth community.

Part of a respected multi-academy trust committed to improving outcomes and life chances for young people.

Places a strong emphasis on high expectations, positive relationships and personal responsibility.

Committed to helping students develop strong literacy and numeracy skills alongside personal growth and wellbeing.

Benefits from excellent facilities, including modern teaching spaces, specialist learning areas, ICT resources and extensive extracurricular opportunities.

Offers a broad and ambitious curriculum designed to prepare students for future education, employment and training.

Maintains a strong focus on reading, student development, and creating opportunities for every learner to succeed.

Works closely with students and families to ensure all learners are supported to achieve their full potential.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant secondary teaching experience.
• Ability to teach English and Maths confidently at Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 level.
• Experience working with students who require additional support, intervention or alternative provision.
• Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills.
• A patient, adaptable and resilient approach.
• Understanding of SEND, SEMH and barriers to learning.
• Commitment to inclusion and supporting all students to achieve their potential.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a wider pastoral and multidisciplinary team.

What's on Offer

• Long-term opportunity starting in September with the potential for a permanent position.
• Supportive and collaborative school environment.
• Small teaching groups allowing for personalised learning and meaningful student relationships.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
• The chance to make a genuine difference to the educational journeys of young people.
• Access to excellent facilities and resources within a forward-thinking secondary school.
• A rewarding role supporting students to re-engage with learning and achieve success both academically and personally