Job Title
Vocational Skills Instructor / Unqualified Practical Teacher (Construction, Mechanics, Catering, Hair & Beauty, Bushcraft or Animal Care)
Location
Blackpool & The Fylde Coast, Lancashire (FY postcodes)
Are you an experienced tradesperson, mechanic, chef, stylist, or outdoor specialist who loves sharing what you know? You do not need a teaching degree or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) to change lives in the classroom. In our specialist Alternative Provision (AP) schools in Blackpool, hands-on ability, genuine presence, and the skill to de-escalate and mentor young people matter far more than academic paperwork.
We Are Welcoming Instructors Across Any of the Following Disciplines
- Construction & Trades: Carpentry, joinery, bricklaying, tiling, painting & decorating, or multi-trade DIY skills.
- Motor Vehicle & Mechanics: Basic servicing, small engine repair, cycle maintenance, or MOT centre trade skills.
- Hair & Beauty: Hairdressing basics, barbering, nail technology, skin care, and customer-facings salon skills.
- Land-Based, Bushcraft & Animal Care: Small animal handling, stable management, horticulture, woodland conservation, and practical outdoor survival skills.
Why Step Into Alternative Provision Teaching?
- Balanced Working Lifestyle: Standard school hours (8:30 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday). Every weekend, evening, and 13 weeks of school holidays off.
- Micro-Class Ratios: Forget managing classes of 30. You will teach small groups of 3 to 6 pupils in dedicated workshop spaces, with support from a dedicated pastoral Teaching Assistant in the room.
- Make a Tangible Impact: Introduce vulnerable and neurodivergent teenagers (ADHD, ASC, SEMH) to practical trades that pave the way to apprenticeships and college.
- Direct Route to Permanent: A structured 12-week temp-to-perm transition giving you immediate weekly pay stability with a clear pathway to a permanent school contract.
Key Responsibilities
- Hands-On Delivery: Run engaging, safe, entry-level practical sessions aligned with functional qualifications (e.g., City & Guilds, BTEC, Entry Level, or internal unit awards).
- Workshop Health & Safety: Supervise correct tool handling, equipment maintenance, and personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence.
- De-escalation & Co-Regulation: Maintain firm, respectful boundaries; spot early signs of frustration or dysregulation, and co-regulate students using low-arousal, relational approaches.
- Life Skills & Mentorship: Encourage communication, work ethic, punctuality, and self-confidence alongside technical ability.
- Pastoral Support: Work hand-in-hand with class TAs and the school's pastoral leadership team to track engagement and celebrate small wins.
Who We Are Looking For
- De-escalation Skills: Patience, emotional resilience, and an understanding of young people facing trauma or social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges.
- Qualifications: QTS is not required. Relevant trade NVQs/City & Guilds (Level 2 or 3) are desirable, as is prior experience coaching, mentoring apprentices, or youth work.
- Safeguarding: Must hold or be willing to process an Enhanced Child Workforce DBS registered on the DBS Update Service.
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Vocational Instructor & Practical Skills Lead employer: Tradewind Recruitment LTD.
Tradewind Recruitment is an exceptional employer for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children with additional needs. With competitive pay, flexible opportunities across Croydon, and access to over 2,500 CPD-accredited courses, we foster a supportive work culture that prioritises professional growth and development. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values inclusivity and empowers you to thrive in your role as a SEND Teaching Assistant.
Contact Details:
Tradewind Recruitment LTD. Recruitment Team
