Secondary Teacher

Teacher - Secondary Alternative Provision (PRU)

Location: Northampton, NN1

Contract: Full-time

Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)

We are seeking a committed, resilient and compassionate teacher to join our Secondary Alternative Provision supporting young people who require a personalized and therapeutic approach to education.

This role is ideal for a teacher who is passionate about re-engaging learners
, building strong relationships, and making a genuine difference to pupils' lives.

You will:

• Teach and support secondary-aged pupils with a range of social, emotional and behavioural needs
• Deliver engaging, adapted lessons that meet individual learning needs
• Create a safe, structured and supportive learning environment
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, families and external agencies
• Support pupils' academic progress, emotional regulation and reintegration pathways

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Is a qualified teacher (QTS/QTLS) or has relevant teaching experience
• Has experience in PRU, AP, SEN or pastoral settings (desirable, not essential)
• Demonstrates strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills
• Is patient, reflective and emotionally intelligent
• Believes in restorative, trauma-informed approaches to behaviour and learning

We

Offer:

• Small class sizes and high staff-to-pupil ratios
• A supportive, experienced team and strong leadership
• Ongoing CPD focused on SEMH and alternative provision
• The opportunity to make a real and lasting impact on young people's lives
• Flexibility across Thrapston and/or Northampton sites

Early applications are encouraged as interviews may be held on a rolling basis.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also inc