Teacher of Maths and English

ASUB Advanced Services Utility Building S.p.A; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education provider seeks a committed Teacher of English & Maths to engage students who face barriers to mainstream education in Stoke-on-Trent. This full-time, permanent position offers a salary between £25,600 - £27,500 per annum, with structured support for teacher qualification. Responsibilities include delivering tailored lessons, assessing student progress, and fostering a supportive learning environment. Applicants must have GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above and a desire to positively impact learners' lives.

Benefits

Small class sizes

Clear route to teaching qualification

Protected planning time

Supportive leadership

Structured pay progression

Qualifications

• Experience teaching or supporting learners in English and/or Maths within an alternative provision.
• Ability to manage a classroom effectively and engage disengaged learners.
• Willingness to obtain an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging English and Maths lessons to learners.
• Plan, prepare, and adapt schemes of work for various abilities.
• Assess student work and provide feedback to drive progress.
• Support learners' personal development and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Engagement with learners

Commitment to inclusive education

Understanding of learner needs

Education

GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)

Formal teaching qualification (desirable)

Job description

Teacher of English & Maths

Salary: £25,600 - £27,500 per annum (£1,700 salary supplement dependent on experience and qualifications)

Location: Stoke-on-Trent

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

We are seeking a committed and resilient Teacher of English & Maths to support learners who may have experienced barriers to mainstream education, helping them re‑engage and achieve meaningful qualifications.

Organisational Overview

Our client is a specialist education provider delivering high‑quality, personalised learning to young people in small, supportive settings. With a strong focus on inclusion, wellbeing, and progression, the organisation provides learners with the opportunity to rebuild confidence, develop essential skills, and move positively into further education, training, or employment. Staff benefit from a collaborative culture, excellent training, and a clear commitment to professional development.

Role Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and accessible English and Maths lessons to learners working towards GCSE or Functional Skills qualifications.
• Plan, prepare, and adapt schemes of work to meet the needs of learners with varying abilities and learning gaps.
• Assess student work regularly, providing clear feedback and support to drive progress.
• Monitor attendance, behaviour, and academic progress, implementing interventions where needed.
• Support learners' personal development, confidence, and resilience through positive relationships.
• Work closely with pastoral and support staff to ensure individual learner needs are met.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and tracking in line with organisational requirements.

Essential Requirements

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent).
• Experience teaching or supporting learners in English and/or Maths within an alternative provision, FE, or similar setting.
• Strong classroom management and the ability to engage learners who may be disengaged from education.
• Excellent communication skills and a calm, consistent approach.
• Commitment to inclusive education and supporting learners with additional needs.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain).
• A formal teaching qualification is desirable but not essential - full training and development support is available for suitable candidates.

Benefits

• Small class sizes, allowing you to make a real impact on individual learners.
• Clear and supported route into gaining a recognised teaching qualification.
• Protected time for planning, assessment, and administrative tasks.
• Supportive leadership team and strong focus on staff wellbeing.
• Structured pay progression linked to development and performance.

Important Notice

Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities.

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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