What skills and experience we're looking for Herefordshire Pupil Referral Service (HPRS) is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Construction Instructor to deliver high‑quality practical construction training to Key Stage 4 learners. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference to young people who benefit from an alternative approach to education, helping them build confidence, skills and pathways into the construction industry. Role responsibilities include: • Delivering engaging, practical lessons within our fully equipped workshop. • Preparing lesson materials and providing resources to support learning. • Providing feedback on student work, evidencing progress and achievement. • Embedding literacy, numeracy and core employability skills within your teaching. • Maintaining accurate records to track/report on student progress. • Supervising learners, ensuring compliance with health and safety and safeguarding procedures. • Supporting students pastorally, promoting welfare, motivation and engagement. • Participating in the wider school activities aligned with HPRS’s ethos and values. Candidates will also need to: • Improve pupil’s confidence, motivation, social skills and relationships, enabling them to face new and challenging situations. • Help pupils overcome barriers to learning. • Be an excellent classroom practitioner. • Work on your own initiative. • Be a good timekeeper, flexible, accommodating and a team player. • Good sense of humour. The ideal candidate will be appropriately qualified (minimum of Level 2 Diploma/NVQ in carpentry, brickwork, plumbing, electrical installation, etc.) and have relevant industry experience. Those without teaching experience, but a willingness to train towards, are welcome to apply. For a discussion about the role, or to arrange a visit, please contact the Headteacher Beverley Blower, at St. David’s Centre by calling 01432 274485; please call 07956 859473 during half-term (16th – 20th February). Application forms and further details are available from Hoople. Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted to arrange an interview. Closing date: Tuesday 27th February @ 12.00 noon Interviews: Wednesday 4th March 2026 What the school offers its staff HPRS offers a secure and inclusive learning environment designed to foster independence and self-confidence in its students. Supported by a dedicated Management Committee and a highly skilled staff team, the service provides specialized education for pupils who require an alternative to mainstream education. You will be joining a team which works hard to create a positive and caring community that puts children at the heart of everything we do. Candidates will need to be patient and understanding of difficulties that can be experienced by our pupils and have excellent communication skills. Commitment to safeguarding Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.