Teacher
Salary: £30,000 - £40,000
Location: High Wycombe
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
We are seeking an inspiring and adaptable Teacher to join a dedicated alternative education provision, supporting learners to re-engage with education and achieve meaningful outcomes.
The Organisation
Our client is a leading alternative education provider, passionate about giving every young person a second chance. They deliver high-quality, personalised teaching in small classes, focusing on individual development, wellbeing, and progression. Staff are supported through extensive CPD, wellbeing initiatives, and a collaborative culture that values creativity and care in equal measure.
Role Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality teaching across core subjects, tailored to meet individual student needs.
Plan and deliver differentiated lessons to support students who may have faced barriers to learning.
Create a nurturing, safe and inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive.
Track progress, complete assessments, and adapt planning to ensure continual improvement.
Support pastoral care, helping students develop confidence, motivation, and resilience.
Collaborate with colleagues to share best practice and maintain high standards of provision.
Promote positive behaviour through restorative approaches and strong relationships.
Essential Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent qualification.
Experience working with young people with additional or behavioural needs.
Strong subject knowledge - ideally in English, Maths, or Humanities.
Excellent classroom management and behaviour strategies.
Strong communication skills with the ability to engage hard-to-reach learners.
Compassionate, patient, and committed to inclusive education.
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply).
Benefits
Extensive CPD and professional development investment.
Supportive, inclusive culture with emphasis on wellbeing and work-life balance.
Access to staff wellbeing app, counselling services and discounts.
Small class sizes enabling a real impact with every student.
Opportunities for career progression within a growing national organisation.
Competitive pension scheme and recognition rewards.
Anything else?
If this sounds like the next step in your teaching career, apply today and help shape a brighter future for young people who deserve a fresh start.
Important Notice
Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities.
We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
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