KS3 Teacher - Fixed Term

inploi; Stockport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist Pupil Referral Unit in Stockport is seeking an inspirational KS3 teacher to join its team. The role involves teaching a small class of 4-6 students using a primary model of delivery for subjects including English, Maths, Science, and PSHE. Ideal candidates will have experience in primary teaching and a commitment to raising achievement. We offer a supportive environment with small class sizes and opportunities for creative project development. Applications must be sent to the Business Manager.

Benefits

Small class sizes

Supportive colleagues

Broaden teaching experience

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching KS3 children.
• Ability to deliver a primary model of teaching.
• Commitment to raising achievement and standards.

Responsibilities

• Teach a class of 4-6 KS3 students.
• Develop personalized education packages.
• Engage with disengaged learners.

Skills

Teaching English

Teaching Maths

Teaching Science

Positive mindset

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Trained in primary teaching

Job description

Highfields College
Essex Road
Brinnington
Stockport
Cheshire
SK5 8DR

Salary: MPS / UPS + 1 SEN point

Hours of Post: Full time - Teachers contracted hours 32.5

Contract Type: Fixed Term - Fixed Term till July 2026

Closing Date: 10/12/2025

Start Date of Post: January 2026

Highfields College is a Pupil Referral Unit for Y7 to Y11 students who have been, or are at risk of being, excluded from mainstream schools. Many of the students are expected to stay at Highfields for two/three terms, then return to a mainstream school or transfer to a specialist provision.

Our aim is to re‑engage students in education, enabling them to return to school or to move on to successful post‑16 placements. Often the education packages are personalised to suit individual needs and include a variety of other interventions as part of a full wrap‑around service.

We are looking to appoint an inspirational KS3 teacher to join us. The role is to teach a 'primary model of delivery' to a class of 4‑6 KS3 children. You will need to be competent and confident enough in teaching English, Maths, Science and PSHE.

We are currently a Pupil Referral Unit undergoing rapid improvement; this is an exciting time for a teacher who enjoys creativity and project development.

A strong commitment to raising achievement and standards is required, along with an informed, innovative approach to curriculum delivery. We would welcome applications from teachers who have been trained to teach in primary schools as well as secondary.

Strong interpersonal skills, resilience and a positive mind‑set are also essential as the post involves working with disengaged learners who can offer a lot but require cajoling and coaching, with some planning to meet specific learning needs.

We offer

• Small class sizes of 4‑10 and the opportunity to get to know students well
• Supportive and committed colleagues
• An opportunity to broaden your teaching experience in a specialist field

The school is committed to the safeguarding and wellbeing of students and expects staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo appropriate child protection screening including a DBS check.

Applications should be sent to Susan Ryan, Business Manager: [e-mail]. Application Forms and a Covering Letter are required; CVs are not accepted.