23 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    As soon as possible

  • Closing date

    27 February 2026 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    3 February 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Teaching assistant

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 4

Working pattern

Part time

Contract type

Fixed term - 1 year

Pay scale

HC06, SCP 11 – 19

What skills and experience we're looking for

Herefordshire Pupil Referral Service (HPRS) is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Construction Instructor to deliver high‑quality practical construction training to Key Stage 4 learners. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference to young people who benefit from an alternative approach to education, helping them build confidence, skills and pathways into the construction industry.

Role responsibilities include:

  • Delivering engaging, practical lessons within our fully equipped workshop.
  • Preparing lesson materials and providing resources to support learning.
  • Providing feedback on student work, evidencing progress and achievement.
  • Embedding literacy, numeracy and core employability skills within your teaching.
  • Maintaining accurate records to track/report on student progress.
  • Supervising learners, ensuring compliance with health and safety and safeguarding procedures.
  • Supporting students pastorally, promoting welfare, motivation and engagement.
  • Participating in the wider school activities aligned with HPRS’s ethos and values.

Candidates will also need to:

  • Improve pupil’s confidence, motivation, social skills and relationships, enabling them to face new and challenging situations.
  • Help pupils overcome barriers to learning.
  • Be an excellent classroom practitioner.
  • Work on your own initiative.
  • Be a good timekeeper, flexible, accommodating and a team player.
  • Good sense of humour.

The ideal candidate will be appropriately qualified (minimum of Level 2 Diploma/NVQ in carpentry, brickwork, plumbing, electrical installation, etc.) and have relevant industry experience. Those without teaching experience, but a willingness to train towards, are welcome to apply.

For a discussion about the role, or to arrange a visit, please contact the Headteacher Beverley Blower, at St. David’s Centre by calling 01432 274485; please call 07956 859473 during half-term (16th – 20th February).

Application forms and further details are available from Hoople. Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted to arrange an interview.

Closing date: Tuesday 27th February @ 12.00 noon

Interviews: Wednesday 4th March 2026


What the school offers its staff

HPRS offers a secure and inclusive learning environment designed to foster independence and self-confidence in its students. Supported by a dedicated Management Committee and a highly skilled staff team, the service provides specialized education for pupils who require an alternative to mainstream education. You will be joining a team which works hard to create a positive and caring community that puts children at the heart of everything we do. Candidates will need to be patient and understanding of difficulties that can be experienced by our pupils and have excellent communication skills.

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 job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

About Herefordshire Pupil Referral Service

School type
Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 16
School size
59 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 16
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Phone number
01432 383890

Herefordshire Pupil Referral Service (HPRS) provides education to pupils unable to attend mainstream school for various reasons. The service is currently split over three sites located within Hereford – St David’s Centre (KS4), The Aconbury Centre (KS3) and H3 (Hospital, Home, Hub Teaching Team).

HPRS provides a safe, secure and welcoming learning environment in which young people can grow as responsible, independent and self-confident learners. The service benefits from a supportive Management Committee and Senior Leadership Team and a dynamic team of experienced, committed staff.

You will be joining a team which works hard to create a positive and caring community that puts children at the heart of everything we do.

Arranging a visit to Herefordshire Pupil Referral Service

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email nicholas.butterworth@hoopleltd.co.uk.

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