Science Teacher; Alternative Provision

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Job title Science Teacher (Alternative Provision) Job reference REQ
011388 Date posted 11/06/2025 Final date to receive applications 09/01/2026 Location Manchester Salary
* Pro-Rata £16,465.50 - £23,669.50 (FTE £32,931 - £47,339) per annum Package Competitive Benefits plus Teachers Pension Contractual hours 17.5 Basis Part time Job category/type Teaching and Assessment Attachments Teacher FE.pdf

Are you a passionate Science teacher with QTS, ready to make a real difference? The Manchester College’s Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) offers a unique opportunity to transform lives through education. Join a dedicated team that supports young people facing challenges, helping them re-engage and thrive in learning. Enjoy small class sizes, strong pastoral support, and the chance to see your impact daily.

If you’re resilient, compassionate, and driven to inspire, this role offers a deeply rewarding teaching experience. Be part of a community that values growth, inclusion, and second chances. Shape futures where it matters most.

We have an exciting opportunity at our Openshaw campus to join our Foundation Learning Department as a Science Teacher (Alternative Provision) on a fixed-term (until July 2026), part-time (17.5 hours per week) basis.

Our Openshaw campus is a vibrant, modern hub of learning, equipped with outstanding, industry-standard facilities designed to inspire both staff and students. Located just outside Manchester city centre, the campus offers a wide range of vocational and academic courses, with specialist spaces for areas such as construction, engineering, health, and digital.

The Manchester College is the Largest Further Education College in the United Kingdom and has the largest provisions for 16-19yrs olds, adults, and higher education in Greater Manchester. We are part of the LTE group that consist of MOL, Total People, UCEN Manchester, Novus, and LTE Group Operations. We currently support more than 25% of Greater Manchester’s learning provision and are currently rated “Good” by Ofsted.

The Manchester Colleges offering is bolstered by 18 Centres of Excellence across our campuses, ensuring we give our best and strive to achieve an unrivalled learning experience for our students. We have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners nationally to ensure our students secure their place as the leaders of the future.

Proudly, The Manchester College is also 1 of only 57 organisations nationally recognised with the Princess Royal Training Award 2025, demonstrating our commitment to investing in our people and their development.

• 45 days annual leave bookable plus 8 bank holidays (FTE)
• 3 well-being days per year (FTE)
• Significant pension contribution
• Retail discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to work scheme

We welcome applications from aspiring teachers who are passionate about sharing their industry skills. At The Manchester College, you will be supported by our Teaching Academy to work towards qualified teacher status for post 16 compulsory education, through a Cert Ed/PGCE. This includes 3-4 hours delivery per week and engagement with a mentor to support your progress in the profession while you work.

The starting salary for an unqualified teacher is between £30,750 – £32,931 *. It’s a great way to kick‑start a rewarding career with full training and support. Once you’ve successfully qualified and demonstrated your teaching competence, you’ll progress to the qualified teacher salary banding.

* Consideration will be given to relevant industry experience and skills with the flexibility to offer increased starting salaries in some circumstances
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Check to see if you are eligible to receive a Government Levelling up payment once you have made your application.

Please see the attached role profile for an overview of general role responsibilities.

To be successful in this role, you will…