School Teacher - Key Stage 3

If you would like to work for an organisation that demonstrates outstanding commitment to staff engagement, has gained a place on the Times Best 100 Companies to work for in the UK for the last eight consecutive years and that holds Investors in People Platinum accreditation we would love to hear from you!

About our School:

ACT School is a registered independent school that supports students from the ages of 11-16 years who have been referred to us due to either having been or are at risk of being excluded from mainstream education, who are school phobic or are classed as vulnerable.

We are passionate about ensuring all young people are equipped with the skills they need to become successful adults.

About the role: 

We are looking for a positive, caring Key Stage 3 Teacher to join our team and support learners aged 11-16. These learners have been referred to ACT Schools due to challenges in mainstream education, including school phobia or risk of exclusion.

You will be enthusiastic, patient, and committed to supporting young people who experience behavioural, emotional, and social difficulties (BESD).

As a Key Stage 3 Teacher at our registered independent school, you will be responsible for planning and delivering high-quality, engaging lessons in wellbeing, maths, and English. Your teaching will be tailored to the diverse needs of our learners and align with ESTYN requirements.

The successful candidate will fully appreciate the importance of personal growth and wellbeing and be committed to developing inclusive lessons that reflect learners’ needs and current educational priorities. A strong focus on experiential learning is essential, providing enriching opportunities inside and outside the classroom and offering alternative approaches to education.

This role is part of the Schools Team and reports to the Head Teacher.

ACT is committed to promoting the Welsh language for both staff and learners. While Welsh language skills are not essential for this role, they are desirable.

By joining ACT you will have access to a wide range of training opportunities to enhance your Professional Development Plan.  

Apply now and be part of our team dedicated to shaping future talent! 

What you get in return: 

·         Generous holiday package (up to 45 days per year) 

·         Excellent professional development opportunities.  

·         E-learning platform available to all staff. 

·         Annual salary increases 

·         Staff counselling sessions 

·         Mental Health First Aider 

·         Wellbeing initiatives 

·         Bi-annual performance reviews 

·         Staff Council 

·         Flexible and hybrid working (where applicable) 

·         Team building days 

·         Volunteering days 

·         Staff celebration days 

·         Length of service, birthday and yearly appreciation rewards 

·         Staff Recognition Awards 

·         Healthcare cash plan 

·         Contributory pension scheme 

·         Life assurance 

Why work for ACT? 

As Wales’s largest Training Provider, ACT is all about people. With a family feel culture we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We’re all extremely passionate about making a positive difference to people’s lives by providing excellent learning programmes and opportunities. 

Our Values: 

At ACT, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of respect, fairness, and dignity for all. We believe in creating an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and empowered to thrive. 

FREDIE has been central to promoting and recognising exceptional commitment to equality and diversity. FREDIE stands for Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Engagement, and these values are at the heart of ALS’ philosophy, shaping our approach to both staff and learners 

Diversity statement

ACT is dedicated to fair and safe recruitment practices, ensuring equality for all applicants and staff. We do not discriminate based on gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.  Our questioning and collating of information are intended to help us maintain equal opportunities best practice and identify barriers to workforce equality and diversity. The information collated from you will not be used in any decision affecting you. 

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process, please contact the email address in the ‘Contact point for applicants’ section. 

What next?: 

The Advert will close 01st April 2025, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. 

Applicants will be notified via email of application process (please check junk or spam folders)

• You will be invited to a face to face interview at our head office and you will asked to complete a work-based task, such as a microteach, presentation or written task (full details to be sent in advance). 

We’re keen to ensure our hiring process allows you to be at your best, so if you need us to make any adjustments, please just let us know. 

Safeguarding:

Our organisation is deeply committed to safeguarding the welfare of all learners and staff. We expect all employees to uphold this commitment as part of their role. Please note that the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.