Job description
Prospero Teaching is currently recruiting for a dedicated and adaptable teacher to join a specialist alternative provision within a Southsea-based secondary school. This full-time supply role offers the opportunity to deliver functional English, Maths, and Science to KS3 and KS4 students who benefit from a tailored and supportive learning environment.
About the Role:
As an Alternative Provision Teacher, you’ll be part of a committed team focused on helping young people re-engage with education. You’ll deliver structured, accessible lessons that build essential skills, confidence, and independence-while adapting your approach to meet a range of learning needs.
This position is initially offered on a supply basis, with the potential to transition into a permanent role. Should the role become permanent, the pay rate would be adjusted in line with the national teacher pay scale.
Your Responsibilities Will Include:
1. Planning and delivering functional English, Maths, and Science lessons for KS3/KS4 students
2. Creating a safe, inclusive, and structured learning environment
3. Supporting students with SEMH, autism, ADHD, and other additional needs
4. Working collaboratively with support staff, families, and external agencies
5. Monitoring progress and contributing to individual learning plans
6. Promoting positive behaviour and emotional well-being
7. Encouraging resilience, self-esteem, and personal growth
What We’re Looking For:
8. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
9. Experience teaching in alternative provision, SEN, or mainstream settings
10. Strong understanding of functional skills and differentiated teaching strategies
11. A calm, patient, and flexible approach to behaviour and engagement
12. Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education
13. Willingness to take part in ongoing professional development
Eligibility Requirements:
14. Right to work in the UK
15. Enhanced child barred list DBS certificate (or willingness to apply)
16. References available upon request
17. Up-to-date safeguarding training (or willingness to complete)
Why Join Prospero Teaching?
18. Free, accredited CPD courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
19. Access to our in-house Training and Development Team
20. Dedicated support throughout your placement
If this is a role of interest, please reach out to apply today!