Teacher

Red Rose School; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative educational institution in Cardiff is seeking a passionate Secondary Teacher to join their team. You will design and deliver adaptive lessons to enhance students’ academic, social, and personal growth. Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team, you will create a supportive classroom environment and maintain high standards of safety and inclusion. The role requires strong planning skills and a commitment to supporting learners with diverse needs. Join a collaborative team dedicated to making a meaningful impact on student outcomes.

Benefits

Values-led supportive team environment

High-quality professional development

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• A teacher with a passion for inclusive, trauma-informed education.
• Experience or strong interest in working with learners with ALN or SEMH needs.
• Strong planning and assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan inclusive, trauma-informed lessons aligned with literacy and numeracy frameworks.
• Deliver engaging, real-world learning that fosters curiosity.
• Use assessments to tailor teaching and close learning gaps.

Skills

Passion for inclusive education

Experience with ALN or SEMH needs

Strong planning and assessment skills

Ability to build trust

Emotional intelligence

Resilience under pressure

Job description

We are seeking a passionate, committed Secondary Teacher to join our team and make a real difference in students' lives. You will plan, deliver, and evaluate high-quality, adaptive teaching that improves social and personal and academic outcomes for each student. You’ll create a classroom where students feel safe, challenged, and empowered to re-engage with learning.

You will work closely with our Senior Leadership Team, support staff, families and external agencies to ensure students not only meet their potential but are also ready for life beyond school.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Learning

• Plan inclusive, trauma-informed lessons aligned with the school’s literacy and numeracy frameworks.
• Deliver engaging, real-world learning that fosters curiosity, resilience, and independence.
• Use formative and summative assessments to tailor teaching and close learning gaps.
• Update student data regularly and plan timely interventions.

Classroom & Behaviour Management

• Model calm, positive language that builds self-regulation and confidence.
• Maintain a safe, organised and supportive learning environment.

Safeguarding & Inclusion

• Be constantly alert to signs of abuse or neglect; report concerns immediately.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle all personal information securely.
• Embed safeguarding themes in everyday learning.
• Promote equality of opportunity and celebrate the diversity of our community.

What We’re Looking For

• A teacher with a passion for inclusive, trauma-informed education.
• Experience or strong interest in working with learners with ALN or SEMH needs.
• Strong planning and assessment skills.
• Ability to build trust and strong relationships with students, staff and families.
• Calm under pressure, emotionally intelligent and resilient.

Why Join Red Rose School?

• A genuinely values-led, supportive team environment
• The opportunity to change the life path of students
• High-quality professional development and progression opportunities
• A chance to be part of a forward-thinking, compassionate and ambitious school community

Safeguarding Statement

Red Rose School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.