Alternative Provision Teacher – Year 7 Transition (Secondary)
Full-time | Immediate Start | Long-term Opportunity
Education Personnel, one of the leading education recruitment agencies in the region, is working in partnership with a well-established and highly regarded secondary school in Nottinghamshire to recruit an experienced Alternative Provision teacher to support a new, on-site AP provision.
This provision has been created to support Year 7 pupils who require a carefully structured transition into secondary education. The role is full-time, starting as soon as possible, with the intention to continue until the end of the academic year, subject to review.
About the Provision
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A newly established Alternative Provision embedded within a supportive mainstream secondary school
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Designed to soft-launch Year 7 pupils into school life, building confidence, routines, and readiness for mainstream learning
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Strong emphasis on pastoral care, behaviour support, and emotional regulation
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Excellent opportunity to help shape a new provision from the outset
The Role
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Working with small groups of Year 7 pupils in a secondary AP setting
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Delivering structured learning alongside targeted pastoral and behavioural support
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Supporting pupils with SEN, SEMH, and behavioural needs
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Developing positive relationships to support reintegration into mainstream classes
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Working closely with senior leaders, SEND staff, and pastoral teams
Why Work at This School?
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A supportive and inclusive school culture with strong leadership and clear values
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Excellent behaviour and pastoral systems already in place
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A genuine commitment to early intervention and inclusive practice
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Well-resourced environment with experienced staff support
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Opportunity to make a meaningful impact at a key transition stage
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
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Experience working within Alternative Provision, SEN, SEMH, or behaviour-focused settings
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Strong behaviour management and trauma-informed practice
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Confidence working with secondary-aged pupils, particularly Year 7
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A calm, consistent, and relationship-focused approach
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Flexibility and initiative to support a developing provision
Requirements:
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QTS is desirable but not essential for candidates with strong AP experience
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Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
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Willingness to register with Education Personnel
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Available for a full-time, immediate start
Why Work Through Education Personnel?
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Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
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Competitive daily rates
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Access to long-term and permanent opportunities
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Work with schools that prioritise staff wellbeing and pupil outcomes
This is a rare opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking secondary school and help shape a provision that supports vulnerable pupils at a critical stage of their education.
Apply today through Education Personnel to find out more