Secondary Teacher – Personalised Learning / Alternative Provision
Location: Gateshead
Rate: £90–£110 per day
Contract: Temporary / Long-term opportunities
Subjects: Core subjects or flexible curriculum delivery
About the Role
We are seeking a resilient and adaptable Secondary Teacher to work within a specialist alternative education setting in Gateshead. This role supports pupils who require a more personalised approach to learning due to social, emotional and behavioural needs.
The setting provides a structured, supportive environment focused on re-engagement, confidence building and preparing pupils for their next steps. This role is ideal for teachers who value relationships, flexibility and making a meaningful impact.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual needs.
* Support pupils with SEMH and behavioural challenges.
* Create a calm, consistent and positive learning environment.
* Monitor and assess pupil progress and engagement.
* Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and pastoral staff.
* Promote pupils’ personal development and readiness for next steps.
Skills & Experience
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
* Experience in alternative provision, PRU or SEMH settings is desirable.
* Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
* Calm, flexible and relationship-focused teaching style.
* Resilient and reflective approach to practice.
Why Join?
This is a highly rewarding opportunity to work in a setting where every day brings the chance to positively change a pupil’s educational journey.
Apply today to make a real difference in alternative education.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.
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