Job Description

Year 11 Alternative Provision (AP) Teacher - Short-Term Supply

Rochdale | Full-time (5 days per week)
Short-term supply - 1 month cover

Tradewind Recruitment is supporting a Year 11 Centre in Rochdale to recruit a qualified secondary AP Teacher for full-time cover, starting this week, to cover a one-month paternity leave.

This role is suited to a strong all-round classroom practitioner, ideally with experience teaching core subjects - Maths, English, and Science - who can support Year 11 pupils as they prepare for GCSEs and other examinations during a crucial point in the academic year.

The Role

  • Teach and support Year 11 learners across a range of subjects, with core subjects (Maths, English, Science) being most valuable
  • Provide structured classroom teaching, revision support, and exam preparation
  • Maintain routine, consistency, and high expectations
  • Support pupils' engagement, confidence, and readiness for examinations

You'll Need

  • QTS or QTLS preferred
  • Experience teaching or supporting Key Stage 4 / Year 11 pupils
  • Confidence managing whole classes and supporting exam-focused learning
  • A calm, reliable, and adaptable approach
  • Experience in alternative provision (PRU/AP) settings is desirable but not essential

Why Supply with Tradewind?

  • Competitive daily pay
  • Short-term, full-time supply work with a clear end date
  • Access to 2,500+ CPD courses, including behaviour management and exam support
  • Dedicated consultant support and fast-start onboarding
  • Simple online timesheets and in-house payroll
  • Flexible holiday pay options

To apply, contact Tradewind Manchester on 0161 674 0138 or email Manchester@twrecruitment.com.

Tradewind Manchester works closely with specialist and alternative education settings across Greater Manchester and is proud to support teachers in flexible supply roles.