Functional Skills Teacher

Functional Skills Teacher - Alternative Provision
Location: Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
Start Date: April 2026
Contract: Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications

Are you passionate about helping young people develop the essential skills they need for everyday life and future careers? Do you thrive on delivering practical, engaging lessons that build confidence and independence?

We are working with a specialist Alternative Provision in Wellingborough that is seeking a committed Functional Skills Teacher to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis from April 2026. The provision supports secondary-aged students who have been excluded from mainstream education, providing a structured and supportive environment to help them re-engage and succeed.

In this role, you will play a vital part in delivering Functional Skills in English and/or Maths, supporting students to gain recognised qualifications while building resilience, confidence, and a positive attitude towards learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver Functional Skills lessons in English, Maths, or a combination of both (Entry Level to Level 2)
• Plan and adapt lessons to meet a range of abilities and learning needs
• Prepare students for assessments and support them in achieving qualifications
• Use practical, real-world examples to make learning relevant and accessible
• Track student progress and provide clear, constructive feedback
• Deliver targeted interventions to support individual learners
• Maintain a calm, structured, and positive classroom environment
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support students' wider development

The Ideal Candidate:

• Holds QTS/QTLS or has strong experience delivering Functional Skills
• Strong subject knowledge in English, Maths, or both
• Experience working with students with SEMH needs or challenging behaviour
• Able to deliver engaging, practical lessons that motivate learners
• Patient, adaptable, and confident in behaviour management
• Committed to helping students overcome barriers to education
• Understanding of safeguarding practices (training can be provided)

What's on Offer:

• A full-time, permanent role within a specialist Alternative Provision
• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Small class sizes with a personalised approach to learning
• Access to ongoing CPD, including SEMH and behaviour-focused training
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for progression within alternative education
• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine, lasting impact

This is an excellent opportunity to support young people who need a fresh start. Your teaching will help students build essential literacy and numeracy skills while restoring confidence and engagement with education.