Teacher - 1ACE Bristol

Qualityfostercare; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An alternative education provider based in the UK is seeking a dedicated teacher to work with children in a supportive and trauma-informed environment. As a 1 ACE Teacher, you’ll provide bespoke education tailored to individual needs. The position offers 37.5 hours a week during term time, with ongoing training and development opportunities. Applicants must hold NQTS or QTS registration and a valid driving license. Join a committed team making a real difference in children’s lives.

Benefits

On-going training and learning opportunities

Gold Investors in People Award

Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme

Employee Support Programmes

Enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution)

Enhanced Maternity Leave Package

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Long service and recognition scheme

Qualifications

• Good written and IT skills necessary for effective communication.
• Ability to communicate with children, colleagues, and external customers.
• Essential to have a valid driving license.

Responsibilities

• Follow a flexible structure to support children and young people.
• Provide bespoke therapeutic educational frameworks tailored to each child.
• Invest in professional development opportunities and personal growth.

Skills

Good written and IT skills

Strong communication skills

Active listening

Education

NQTS or QTS registration

Job description

Your Teaching career with Five Rivers Child Care starts here. We are looking for teachers to join our school without walls covering the Bristol and Bath areas, which is our 1 Ace Provision. You will work with an experienced team in a culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.

As a 1 ACE Teacher, your day will be varied and exciting. You will be able to follow a flexible structure whilst supporting our children and young people by providing bespoke therapeutic educational frameworks that are tailor‑made to each child and young person.

1 ACE (Another Chance Education) is our alternative education provision, which works with children and young people who struggle in their formal or specialised education settings. We offer education on an outreach basis or within one of our Ofsted‑registered schools.

You will be working within a Trauma‑informed practice model where we can support and follow a therapeutic practice. Our schools have been awarded the ‘Attachment and Trauma Sensitive School Award’.

Our leadership team will invest your progression as a professional in the Education sector. Not only do we source and deliver up‑to‑date training opportunities, but we also prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you’re getting the most out of your career. We know how important it is that we look after you, so you can look after the children who need you.

Our young people may have had many adults come in and out of their lives, often adding to their trauma. Therefore, we are looking for committed and dedicated people that want to continue their careers with a therapeutically based organisation and leading alternative education provision.

About Five Rivers

We offer a range of supportive, safe environments for children and young people with whom mainstream and other school settings have not worked. Our Ofsted registered and rated independent schools around England offer a range of academic, vocational, SEN, and disabilities (SEND) options.

Hours

Term Time, this goes in line with the local authority
Our full‑time hours are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 08:30 am -16:30pm

Why Five Rivers?

• On‑going training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
• We are committed to your development – we hold a Gold Investors in People Award
• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
• Ongoing training and support from in‑house and external trainers
• Employee Support Programmes
• Enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution)
• Enhanced Maternity Leave Package for mothers who have been with us for over 1 year.
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
• Long service and recognition scheme

Requirements

• Good written and IT skills.
• Able to communicate with children, colleagues, and external customers.
• Able to actively listen to others.
• NQTS or QTS registration
• Valid Driving Licence – this is essential for this role
• Have the Right to Work in the UK

If you have experience working within a specialist education provision or simply have the passion to make a difference, we would love to hear from you!

Please do not delay in applying. Apply directly and fill out an application form or call the recruitment team on 01722 435750 (option 2) for more information.

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.