Qualified Teacher - Functional Skills English & Mathematics (SEND)

Birmingham Independent College is an exciting independent specialist college supporting young people aged 14–25 with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), learning disabilities and complex needs. We are seeking an enthusiastic, compassionate and highly motivated Qualified Teacher of Functional Skills English & Mathematics to join our growing team. This is an exceptional opportunity to help shape an ambitious specialist college where personalised education, high aspirations and Preparation for Adulthood are at the heart of everything we do.

Working with small classes of no more than 10 students, supported by HLTA and Specialist Support Workers, you will deliver engaging Functional Skills English and Mathematics lessons while leading on curriculum planning, assessment and student progress. You will also play a key role in developing schemes of work for our Complex Needs Curriculum, providing educational direction and quality assurance to support staff delivering personalised learning programmes.

About the Role

• Plan and deliver engaging Functional Skills English and Mathematics lessons from Entry Level to Level 2.
• Teach small classes of up to 10 students with the support of Specialist Support Workers.
• Use adaptive teaching strategies to meet the individual needs of learners with autism, learning disabilities and complex needs.
• Develop high-quality schemes of work, lesson plans and learning resources.
• Assess, monitor and record student progress against curriculum objectives and EHCP outcomes.
• Use the College's evidence for learning platform to record and demonstrate student progress.
• Contribute to Annual Reviews and multidisciplinary planning.
• Provide educational guidance to HLTA and Specialist Support Workers delivering the Complex Needs Curriculum.
• Help create a positive, inclusive and aspirational learning environment where every student can succeed.

We Are Looking For Someone Who Has:

• A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, Certificate in Education, Diploma in Education or equivalent).
• Experience teaching Functional Skills English and Mathematics.
• Experience working with learners with SEND, particularly autism and learning disabilities.
• Excellent lesson planning, assessment and classroom management skills.
• A commitment to inclusive education and high expectations for every learner.
• Strong communication, organisational and teamwork skills.

Why Join Birmingham Independent College?

• Small class sizes with a maximum of 10 students.
• Specialist Support Workers in every classroom.
• The opportunity to help shape a new and ambitious specialist college.
• A supportive and collaborative leadership team.
• High-quality Continuing Professional Development.
• Specialist SEND and autism training.
• A four-day working week (Monday to Thursday).
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people with additional needs.

Safeguarding

Birmingham Independent College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check, verification of qualifications, employment history, references, right to work in the UK and online searches in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

How to Apply

Start the process by clicking ‘apply’. Our Administrative Coordinator will email an application pack to your email address in due course. (Ensure you check your inbox and junk folder). As part of your application, you must complete a BIC Application form and provide a supporting statement (no more than 2 pages of A4) outlining your experience and strengths. The closing date for this position is Monday 7th September 2026. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may be arranged with suitable candidates before the vacancy closes. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

In line with KCSIE (Keeping children Safe in Education) we will complete online searches as part of our due diligence on all shortlisted candidates. If anything is identified as part of these checks, they will be discussed with you at interview. If any safeguarding concerns are identified, we reserve the right to withdraw your application.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. A copy of the college’s Safeguarding Policy, including Child Protection Policy can be found on our website. Birmingham Independent College requires all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK, evidence of your qualifications and suitable references.