You will work as part of a small, close-knit team of teachers and youth workers, and alongside students' families and mainstream schools, to support each student's progress and, where appropriate, their successful reintegration into their long-term school placement.
Do you want to help us unlock potential with young people and their communities?
Do you love a challenge?
We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and inspiring English Teacher., Chances is seeking a committed, empathetic and inspiring Maths and PE teacher to join our team for two terms. You will teach students in Years 7 to 11 who are at risk of exclusion from mainstream school or who are struggling to engage with education. The role is relational and child-centred, and requires the ability to engage young people, manage behaviour calmly and consistently, and help students rebuild confidence in themselves as learners.
Most of our students are working at lower attainment levels, so you will plan flexibly and differentiate well to rebuild foundations in Maths. On occasion you will teach students working at GCSE grades 5 to 7. You will also bring energy and enthusiasm to PE, using sport and physical activity to build confidence, teamwork and self-belief.
Commitment to equality, inclusion and anti-discriminatory practice
- Empathetic, inspiring and emotionally intelligent, with the ability to work effectively with vulnerable students and families
- Resilient, flexible and solution-focused
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Collaborative, proactive and reflective
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries with students and families
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise tasks
- Driving licence and transport means to carry out the duties of the post, including driving students
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Commitment to safeguarding, anti-oppressive practice and child-centred approaches
- Flexibility in work patterns to meet the needs of students
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys making a tangible difference to young people, thrives in a dynamic and supportive small school, and believes that resilience and respect lead to greater opportunity.
Chances is an Ofsted registered 'Good' school specialising in early intervention alternative provision. We support students who, for a range of reasons, are struggling to engage successfully within mainstream education, including those at risk of exclusion and those experiencing Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA).
Our provision operates across two models:
Model 1: Short-term placements where students remain on roll at their mainstream school, with a clear focus on stabilisation, intervention and successful reintegration.
Model 2: EBSA placements where students are on roll at Chances and receive a bespoke package of support designed to rebuild confidence, attendance and readiness for learning.
In both models, collaboration with families, mainstream schools and external professionals is central to our work. We pride ourselves on strong relationships, high-quality provision and a preventative, child-centred approach that sets us apart from other alternative provisions.
Chances is part of DYS Space Ltd. Our core values are:
- Resilience
- Respect
- Opportunity
Space is an inclusive and learning organisation. Our employees should strive to achieve the best they can and must be committed to seeing the best in others. We value everyone's contribution and create safe spaces for exploration and growth.
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Teacher of Maths & PE in Dawlish employer: Dys Space Ltd
As a community-focused charity based in Highweek, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that values creativity and empathy in our team. Our supportive work culture fosters professional development through generous training opportunities and a commitment to employee well-being, making it a rewarding environment for those passionate about youth advocacy. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people while enjoying attractive benefits like generous annual leave.
