Teacher of Alternative Provision

Teacher of Alternative Provision

Job Summary

• Contract Type: Permanent


• Working Pattern: Full time


• Advert Start Date: 20/04/2026


• Advert End Date: 11/05/2026 12:00


• Salary: MPS -UPS (£32,916 - £51,048 - depending on experience)


• Hours per week: 32.5


• Job Category: Schools - Teaching


• Vacancy ID: 294864


• Employment Location: Washington, Tyne & Wear


• Number of posts: 1


• Closing date: 11 May

Further Information

Bring your passion for Alternative Provision to our Academy. Oxclose Community Academy is seeking a skilled and passionate Teacher of Alternative Provision to join our thriving Academy. We are looking for an inspiring practitioner who can motivate pupils and deliver highly effective lessons working as part of the IAP Team. To support pupils in accessing all of their lessons whilst understanding that, for some learners, things need to be approached in a different way because 1 size does not fit all.

As part of our successful and collaborative team, you will play a key role in helping students achieve their goals breaking down and overcoming barriers in a supportive learning environment.

Oxclose Community Academy, a member of Laidlaw Schools Trust, is a highly inclusive and ambitious secondary school with a strong reputation for academic achievement and personal development. We provide a broad, aspirational curriculum supported by excellent pastoral care and enrichment opportunities. Our strong community links and commitment to diversity ensure every student feels valued, safe, and empowered to succeed.

Laidlaw Schools Trust is leading the way in redefining education. We are committed to empowering every child to succeed and every colleague to thrive. Innovation is at the heart of what we do. Every student and teacher receive an iPad, unlocking new ways to teach, learn, and collaborate. This cutting-edge approach ensures our classrooms are dynamic, inclusive, and future-focused, giving you the tools to deliver outstanding education and inspire creativity.

By joining Laidlaw Schools Trust, you become part of a community that values ambition, bravery, and curiosity. We invest in your professional development through clear reward and development pathways, helping you excel and gain skills beyond those offered by other organisations. At Laidlaw Schools Trust we appreciate the amazing work that our people do every day and like to reward our staff through benefits that are mentally, physically and financially rewarding.

The full job description and person specification for this role are available as attached supporting documents. If you are interested in this post, please click apply now and complete our online application form. If you require assistance with your application, please contact recruitment@laidlawschoolstrust.co.uk

Closing Date for applications: 11th May 2026 Deadline 12 noon

Interviews are expected to take place: 18th May 2026

We are an equal opportunities employer strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their commitment to children's safeguarding. All successful appointments will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and a range of other pre-employment recruitment checks.

For shortlisted candidates, we will conduct an online search as part of our screening.

Supporting documents

• Teacher of Alternative Provision Job Description Template December 2025.pdf (247.33 KB)


• Teacher of Alternative Provison Person Specification Template January 2026.pdf (165.66 KB)

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We are an equal opportunities employer strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their commitment to children's safeguarding. All successful appointments will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and a range of other pre-employment recruitment checks.

Bring your passion for Alternative Provision to our Academy. Oxclose Community Academy is seeking a skilled and passionate Teacher of Alternative Provision to join our thriving Academy. We are looking for an inspiring practitioner who can motivate pupils and deliver highly effective lessons working as part of the IAP Team. To support pupils in accessing all of their lessons whilst understanding that, for some learners, things need to be approached in a different way because 1 size does not fit all.

As part of our successful and collaborative team, you will play a key role in helping students achieve their goals breaking down and overcoming barriers in a supportive learning environment.

Oxclose Community Academy, a member of Laidlaw Schools Trust, is a highly inclusive and ambitious secondary school with a strong reputation for academic achievement and personal development. We provide a broad, aspirational curriculum supported by excellent pastoral care and enrichment opportunities. Our strong community links and commitment to diversity ensure every student feels valued, safe, and empowered to succeed.

Laidlaw Schools Trust is leading the way in redefining education. We are committed to empowering every child to succeed and every colleague to thrive. Innovation is at the heart of what we do. Every student and teacher receive an iPad, unlocking new ways to teach, learn, and collaborate. This cutting-edge approach ensures our classrooms are dynamic, inclusive, and future-focused, giving you the tools to deliver outstanding education and inspire creativity.

By joining Laidlaw Schools Trust, you become part of a community that values ambition, bravery, and curiosity. We invest in your professional development through clear reward and development pathways, helping you excel and gain skills beyond those offered by other organisations.
At Laidlaw Schools Trust we appreciate the amazing work that our people do every day and like to reward our staff through benefits that are mentally, physically and financially rewarding.