Alternative Provision Teacher

Crawshaw Academy, Pudsey, West Yorkshire, LS28 9HU

10 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  5 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  25 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE) Salary In line with national payscales

Alternative Provision Teacher job summary

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 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 CAHR@ca.rklt.co.uk.

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.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Crawshaw Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1052 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Crawshaw Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/crawshaw-academy

We are a mixed 11-18 Academy with a comprehensive intake; the majority of whom live in the Pudsey Area. The proportion of students supported by the pupil premium is average as is the proportion of students supported at school action plus or with a statement of special educational needs. We have strong links with the Pudsey Community and work in partnership with Priesthorpe School and Pudsey Grangefield at Post-16 level.

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