Maths Teacher (SEND Post-16) — Flexible Requirements

Fastispeed Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An education provider in Birmingham is seeking a Maths Teacher to support learners with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The role allows for flexibility regarding full-time, part-time, or sessional options. Responsibilities include delivering engaging maths sessions and differentiating instruction to cater for various learner needs. Applicants should possess strong maths knowledge and ideally have experience with SEND learners. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in an educational setting.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher or strong Maths specialist with SEND experience.
• Experience delivering Functional Skills Maths.
• Ability to adapt teaching for various SEND learners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Maths sessions tailored for SEND learners.
• Maintain a calm learning environment with clear routines.
• Assess student progress and contribute to learner reviews.

Skills

Strong Maths knowledge

Confidence adapting teaching for SEND learners

Experience with anxiety-aware teaching

Education

Qualified teacher (QTS/QTLS/PGCE/CertEd)

Functional Skills delivery experience

Job description

Job Vacancy: Maths Teacher (SEND Post-16) — Flexible Requirements

Start: ASAP (January 2026 start available)
Contract: Flexible – Full-time (term-time), Part-time, or sessional options considered
Salary: Competitive (above National Minimum Wage), dependent on experience/qualifications

About BCI

British Creative Institute (BCI) is a specialist post-16 setting supporting learners aged 16–25 with SEND. We provide a supportive, structured environment where learners build confidence and skills through a blended curriculum of core learning and creative pathways.

The Role (Flexible – based on your strengths)

We are looking for a Maths professional who can support learners working at Entry Level through Level 2, using a practical, accessible approach. Depending on your experience, the role can include a mix of the following:

Maths delivery options (any/all can be part of the role)

• Entry Level Maths and real‑life numeracy (money, time, measure, travel, budgeting)
• Functional Skills Maths (Entry Level / Level 1 / Level 2)
• GCSE Foundation support / resit support (where appropriate)
• Small‑group teaching and/or 1:1 interventions
• Anxiety‑aware re‑engagement sessions for learners who struggle with attendance

We will shape the timetable around your strengths and what our learners need most.

Key Responsibilities (tailored to your remit)

• Deliver engaging Maths sessions that are accessible for a wide range of SEND needs (ASD, ADHD, SEMH, anxiety, communication needs).
• Differentiate effectively: visual supports, chunked steps, repetition, practical tasks, assistive tech where helpful.
• Assess starting points and track progress using simple targets and evidence.
• Contribute to learner reviews (including EHCP outcomes) where required.
• Work collaboratively with the SENCo, pastoral team, and families to remove barriers to learning.
• Maintain a calm, consistent learning environment with clear routines and positive behaviour support.

Applicant Requirements (Flexible)

We are open to applications from candidates across schools, FE, tuition, alternative provision, and specialist SEND settings. You could be:

• A qualified teacher (QTS / QTLS / PGCE / CertEd) OR
• A highly experienced Maths specialist/tutor with strong SEND experience OR
• An FE/Functional Skills Maths practitioner with a proven record of learner progress

What matters most

• Strong Maths knowledge and the ability to explain concepts simply.
• Confidence adapting teaching for SEND learners and building trust.
• A safeguarding‑first mindset and professional boundaries.

Desirable (not essential): Functional Skills delivery experience, exam preparation, working with learners who have high anxiety / school refusal, use of adaptive/assistive learning approaches.

(If you’re the right person but don’t tick every box, we still want to hear from you.)

Safeguarding & Compliance

BCI is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to complete safer recruitment checks in line with statutory expectations for education settings, including:

• Enhanced DBS (and barred list check where the role is eligible/required) (GOV.UK)
• Identity, right‑to‑work, qualification/professional checks
• References (typically two professional; we may also request an additional character reference depending on the role)
• Staff understanding of safeguarding duties set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education (in force from 1 September 2025) (GOV.UK)
• Awareness of the Prevent duty as part of safeguarding responsibilities (GOV.UK)

Locations

• BCI Birmingham: 6 Dyas Road, Great Barr, Birmingham, B44 8SF
• BCI Walsall: Elmore Court, Elmore Road, Bloxwich, WS3 2QW

How to Apply

Email: [e-mail] with:

• CV
• Short supporting statement (your Maths approach for SEND learners + what you can deliver: Entry/FS/GCSE/support)