Secondary Teacher (PRU)
- Macclesfield, Cheshire
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Macclesfield.
Start: September 2025
Contract: Short & Long-term supply roles.
Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm.
Pay: Up to £210/day DOEPaid PAYE directly via Step Teachers (no umbrella companies).
Long‑term placements transition to scale pay from week 13.
Easy access by transport, with onsite parking available.Step Perks: 24/7 GP access, discounted gym/shops/cinemas, and more.Free CPD: Step, National College or Creative Education.
Refer‑A‑Friend: Earn £100 for successful referrals (T&Cs apply).What You'll Do
- Teach small, ability‑grouped classes (fewer than 10 pupils), delivering structured, inclusive lessons across English, Math's, Science, PSHE, ICT, and vocational subjects.
- Engage students who've struggled in mainstream settings-many are dual‑registered and at risk of or previously excluded-helping to re‑engage their learning and aspirations.
- Create a calm, nurturing environment focused on emotional regulation, self‑esteem, and academic progress, backed by a whole‑person, individualised approach.
- Support students' holistic development through pastoral care, structured timetables (often one afternoon session), and access to purposeful recreational time including activities like darts, pool, or creative breaks.
- A small, specialist alternative provision for ages 13-16, serving students across Cheshire East.
- Purpose‑built facility developed after significant refurbishment, creating a safe, inclusive, vibrant space.
- Known for high standards, inclusive values, and an Outstanding Ofsted rating for its ability to transform students' confidence, attendance, and academic progress.
- Holds UK QTS or equivalent teaching qualification
- Experienced or confident teaching KS3/KS4 in challenging, specialist settings
- Flexible, proactive, and adept at building rapport with disengaged learners
- Skilled at delivering both academic and vocational learning in nurturing, small‑group contexts.
- Highly competitive daily rates, paid directly via PAYE.
- Flexible short‑term supply assignments, with potential for longer placements.
- Ongoing CPD and support-especially for long‑term placements.
- Dedicated consultant with 13+ years' experience guiding you throughout your placement.
- £100 referral bonus for every successful candidate you refer (T&Cs apply).
- Up‑to‑date CV (please include last 10 years of employment).
- Proof of Right to Work & address in the UK.
- DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
- Minimum of 2 professional references ocvering last 2 years.
- Overseas Police Check (if applicable).
- QTS certificate (or equivalent).
- A proactive, positive, and resilient teaching approach.
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