Science Teacher – Alternative Provision (Chesterfield)
Monarch Education are recruiting for a Science Teacher to join a specialist Alternative Provision in Chesterfield.
This is a rewarding opportunity to work with KS3 and KS4 learners who may have a range of additional needs, including SEMH, Autism, ADHD, communication difficulties, learning needs, and behaviours that challenge. The successful candidate will be passionate about engaging young people who may have experienced barriers to education, building positive relationships, and helping learners achieve both academically and personally.
You will deliver engaging and differentiated Science lessons, adapting your approach to meet individual learning needs while creating a safe, supportive and structured learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver Science lessons across KS3 and KS4
- Differentiate learning to meet individual needs and abilities
- Support learners with SEMH needs, Autism, ADHD and associated behaviours
- Build positive relationships and establish trust with students
- Identify triggers and implement effective behaviour strategies
- Promote engagement, confidence and a positive attitude towards learning
- Monitor and assess student progress
- Work collaboratively with pastoral teams, support staff and external professionals
- Contribute to EHCP targets and personalised learning plans
- Create a safe, inclusive and nurturing classroom environment
Requirements
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) preferred
- Experience teaching Science at secondary level
- Experience working within Alternative Provision, PRU, specialist settings or mainstream schools supporting SEND learners is desirable
- Strong behaviour management skills and ability to build rapport
- Understanding of SEMH, trauma-informed practice and restorative approaches
- Ability to adapt lessons to meet a range of learner needs
- Patient, resilient and flexible approach
- Passion for supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes
Why Join Monarch Education?
- Competitive rates of pay
- Flexible working opportunities
- Leading provider and Government Commercial Agency (GCA)
- Free CPD and safeguarding training
- Refer a Friend Scheme
- Dedicated consultant support
- Opportunity to make a lasting difference to young people’s lives
All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled-up holiday pay.
Monarch Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to relevant pre-employment and DBS checks.
