The posting
Maternity cover. Full time, Monday - Friday.
We are seeking an Alternative Provision Teacher on a maternity cover basis to join our Pathways Centre, our internal alternative provision that supports students with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.
At Pathways, we support students to engage with learning in ways that recognise their individual strengths, interests and needs. We work with Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students, delivering a broad curriculum including Science, English, Maths, Humanities and creative subjects, alongside personalised interventions, small-group learning and individual support.
Our focus is on helping students develop confidence, resilience and positive learning behaviours, overcome barriers to learning and prepare successfully for their next steps in education, employment and adult life.
We are looking for a passionate and committed professional who shares our high aspirations for every student. The successful candidate will contribute to the ongoing development of our Pathways provision, delivering high-quality learning experiences and creating opportunities for students to achieve success both academically and personally.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who values inclusive practice, understands the importance of strong, trusting relationships and is committed to creating a supportive environment where every young person feels respected, understood and empowered to thrive.
About our School
Crawshaw Academy is a welcoming and supportive community, shaped by a dedicated staff team who genuinely care about giving every young person the best possible experience. We encourage our students to aim high, believe in themselves and be ambitious about their futures.
We believe education is about more than results. It is about helping young people grow into confident kind and well‑rounded individuals. Our staff take the time to know each student well, recognising their strengths nurturing their talents and supporting them to achieve their best.
Learning beyond the classroom is highly valued at Crawshaw Academy. A wide range of extracurricular opportunities including sport the arts trips and performances allows students to discover new interests build friendships and develop teamwork leadership and resilience. These experiences help students gain a broader understanding of different cultures traditions and ways of life.
We set high standards because we care. By providing the right balance of challenge guidance and support we ensure every student feels confident valued and able to thrive.
Here’s what you can expect when you join us:
- Generous benefits, rewards and discounts: Full details HERE
- Flexible working options: We support work-life balance and are open to exploring suitable arrangements
- Supportive environment: We prioritise respect, equality, diversity, and well-being
- Community culture: Collaboration and generosity are at the heart of our team
- Professional development: We invest in your growth at every stage of your career
For more about Crawshaw Academy, click the ‘view our careers page’ button.
About You
To be a good fit for this role, you will be:
- Passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of young people and committed to supporting every student to achieve their potential
- Skilled in building positive, trusting relationships with students, families, colleagues and external professionals
- Flexible, resilient and calm, adapting your practice to meet individual needs and respond effectively to a dynamic learning environment
- Committed to inclusive, strengths-based practice, recognising and nurturing the unique abilities, interests and aspirations of every student
Next Steps
Let’s Connect: We would love to speak to you to answer any questions you might have about this role or our school. To arrange a convenient time to speak in person, or visit us ahead of applying, please email Jo Bentley at [email protected].
Adjustments: Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment process, please include these within Part Two of our application form under the section ‘Disability and Accessibility’.
Applicant Guidance: Red Kite Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We are an equal opportunities employer which welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We are committed to promoting diversity and want a workforce which reflects the local population of each of our schools. Our recruitment guidelines and privacy notice for applicants can be found HERE.
Ready to Apply: If you have all the info you need, click APPLY NOW to start your application.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage early submission. We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be appointed.
