Virtual Teacher (Online Learning Specialist)

Tradewind Recruitment; Lancashire; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency in Lancashire is seeking a compassionate Virtual Teacher to provide online education for students facing various barriers. This role involves delivering engaging lessons, managing student behaviour, and ensuring educational continuity. Ideal candidates should be proficient with digital platforms and experienced in handling Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary up to £30,000 are offered.

Benefits

Flexible working from home

Competitive salary

Access to specialist support and CPD

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and delivering online lessons.
• Strong understanding of Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs.
• Ability to assess and track academic progress remotely.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging synchronous and asynchronous lessons.
• Adapt curriculum to meet individual learning needs.
• Implement positive behaviour management strategies.
• Conduct assessments and provide feedback.
• Monitor student well-being and engagement.

Skills

Differentiated online teaching

Behaviour management strategies

Proficiency in digital learning platforms

Ability to engage students online

Tools

Google Classroom

Microsoft Teams

Job description

The Virtual Teacher will be responsible for planning, preparing, and delivering high-quality, engaging online education to students who cannot access mainstream settings due to medical needs, anxiety, or specific Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) barriers. This role requires expertise in differentiated online teaching, behaviour management strategies suitable for a virtual environment, and proficiency in digital learning platforms.

A Digital Classroom, A Real Impact

We are seeking a dedicated and technologically proficient Virtual Teacher to join our compassionate Alternative Provision (AP) team, focusing on students in the Accrington area. This is a crucial, remote role dedicated to reaching students who cannot attend physical school due to complex needs, including severe anxiety, medical conditions, or other Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) barriers.

You will be instrumental in ensuring continuity of education, building strong virtual rapport, and managing student engagement in an online setting. If you are passionate about blending education with therapeutic understanding, this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Engaging Lessons: Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality synchronous (live) and asynchronous (pre-recorded) lessons across KS3 and KS4, using platforms like Google Classroom or Microsoft Teams.
• Differentiate Remotely: Expertly adapt curriculum content and utilize digital tools to meet the individual learning and emotional needs of students with SEMH.
• Manage Online Behaviour: Implement effective, positive behaviour management and motivation strategies suited to a virtual classroom environment.
• Assess and Track: Conduct online assessments, track academic progress remotely, and provide detailed feedback to students, parents, and the AP leadership team.
• Safeguard: Monitor student well-being and engagement during virtual sessions, immediately escalating any safeguarding or welfare concerns to the relevant DSL.

Why Join Our Accrington AP Team?

• Flexible Working: Work from home with a secure, term-time contract.
• Competitive Pay: Attractive salary package up to 30,000.
• Make a Difference: Provide essential education to students who need it most, helping them transition back to school or achieve vital qualifications.
• Specialist Support: Access CPD and guidance from our specialist Accrington-based SEMH team.

How to Apply

Ready to lead our virtual learning provision starting in January 2026.

Please click the link below to view the full job specification and submit your CV and covering letter to (url removed)

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.