Outreach and Hospital Education Teacher | Inspire. Empower. Transform.
Make a Difference Where It Matters Most
Are you ready to transform lives through education? At Cloughside College, we believe every young person deserves access to high-quality learningno matter what their circumstances. As our Outreach and Hospital Education Teacher, you'll be at the heart of a compassionate, innovative team dedicated to supporting students facing medical challenges. This is more than a teaching roleit's a chance to be a lifeline, a mentor, and a champion for those who need it most.
Role Overview
Cloughside College is seeking an excellent teacher to lead our outreach education provision. This is a unique and rewarding opportunity to support young people who are temporarily unable to access mainstream education due to medical needs.
You will play a pivotal role in ensuring continuity of learning and supporting reintegration into school. You'll deliver a blend of face-to-face and online lessons to a cohort of 1215 students each week, working closely with an Assistant Headteacher to provide a curriculum that promotes recovery, progression, and future aspirations.
What You'll Do
Teach engaging curriculum lessons that deliver high quality outcomes for pupils.
Collaborate with health professionals, schools, attendance teams, and external agencies
Teach Science or Maths up to GCSE (other subjects will be considered for an exceptional candidate).
Support students' wellbeing and educational outcomes
Use online platforms and ICT confidently to enhance learning
Work across multiple sites (maximum travel distance approx. 5.5 miles)
Who You Are
A qualified teacher with a proven track record of engaging hard-to-reach learners
Experience in mainstream or special school settings
Passionate about inclusive education and committed to going the extra mile
Flexible, compassionate, and dedicated to student wellbeing
Confident in planning for mixed-age and ability groups
Strong ICT skills and familiarity with online learning platforms
Experience in delivering extracurricular or enrichment activities is a plus
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
A full driving license and be prepared to work across different sites and in student homes if required.
Why Join Us?
At Cloughside College, we invest in our staff. You'll benefit from excellent professional development opportunities, tailored support to grow your subject expertise, and a nurturing environment where wellbeing is a priorityfor both students and staff.
From January 2026, our provision will expand to include community classrooms, offering even more opportunities to innovate and inspire.
Practical Details
Salary: Main Pay Scale 1 to Upper Pay Scale 3 + Additional Allowances (approximately £5,920)
Location: Cloughside College Hospital and Community Sites (all within 5.5 miles).
Contract: Full-time (Part-time considered for exceptional candidates)
This is more than a teaching job. It's a chance to make education a lifeline.
Additional Information
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory disclosure at the appropriate level under the Disclosure and Barring Service.
In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application covers your full employment history and there is a reason noted for any gaps in employment. Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years and character references will not be accepted.
CVs will not be accepted.
Closing Date: Monday 13th October 2025
Please send completed application forms to:
Visits to the school are welcome. If you have any questions regarding this process please contact the school. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the recruitment process.