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Role: Assistant Headteacher

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ALP Schools are a growing chain of small independent schools catering for young people with special educational needs.

Pierview Academy is Ofsted registered for 30 learners and as such class sizes are small, ranging from one to one teaching to classes of up to six learners. The school’s vision is to empower success through holistic and individualised learning.

The school’s vision is to empower success through holistic and individualised learning. To achieve this we work with learners from primary to post-16 and ensure that their needs are met and that each individual is provided a wide range of learning opportunities.

We care for the well-being of our learners and our staff team. As such, all employees are provided with a BUPA Cash Plan scheme, annual well-being initiatives and termly perks. We also provide annual appraisals for all staff and actively encourage a range of CPD to help progress and create career opportunities.

We are excited to have this vacancy for an outstanding Assistant Headteacher. The post holder must have expertise in at least two of the following areas:

• Primary Curriculum (design and teaching)
• Secondary Curriculum (design and teaching)
• SEND (incl. SENDCo responsibilities)

 

The postholder will be expected to:

• fulfil the responsibilities of a teacher
• mentor staff and hold others to account
• contribute significantly to the school development plan and/or whole school curriculum leading
• be ambitious for the learning outcomes for all learners across the school

Applicants are encouraged to have a tour of the School prior to applying. Please contact keren.ojo@alpschools.org to organise a tour.

Role: Tutor

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Pierview Academy is a small independent school supporting young people with special educational needs and challenging behaviour. We are seeking a dedicated Tutor to deliver engaging lessons to small groups of learners within our Foundation Learning curriculum, covering English, Maths, ICT, vocational learning, and personal and social development.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver lessons that motivate and support learners’ progress.

• Track and record learner achievement and behaviour.

• Build positive relationships with learners, parents, and colleagues.

• Guide Learning Support Assistants and promote a positive learning environment.

• Uphold the school’s ethos of Attendance, Routine, Respect, Relationships, Trust, and Teaching (ARRRT).

• Ensure individual needs, risk assessments, and support plans are followed.

About You

• Minimum Level 2 qualification in English and Maths.

• Experience working with young people, ideally with SEND or behavioural needs.

• Confident in behaviour management and inclusive teaching.

• Compassionate, patient, and committed to learner success.

• Willing to undertake relevant training (e.g., Team Teach).

Benefits

• Competitive salary (£23,000 – £24,056).

• Professional development and training opportunities.

• Supportive and inclusive working environment.

• Contribution to a meaningful and rewarding role shaping young people’s futures.

• Employee wellbeing initiatives and a positive team culture.

Additional Information

• Subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

• Occasional work outside standard hours may be required for training or school events.

Please note: ALP Schools reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

 

If you’re passionate about helping young people achieve their potential, we’d love to hear from you.

Role: PSHE Teacher

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Salary: £31,500 – £38,400
Location: Pierview Academy, Gravesend
Contract Type: Full-time, Term-time only
Responsible to: Lead Teacher – Core Curriculum
Performance Management of: Teachers and Tutors

About Pierview Academy

Pierview Academy is a small independent school supporting secondary and post-16 learners with a variety of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Our vision is to empower success through holistic and individualised learning, offering small class sizes from one-to-one tuition to groups of six learners.

We are committed to the well-being of learners and staff. Benefits include:

• BUPA Cash Plan scheme

• Annual wellbeing initiatives and termly staff perks

• Annual appraisals and professional development

• Support for CPD and career progression

The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic PSHE Teacher, ideal for Early Career Teachers or experienced teachers looking to broaden their experience. The postholder will:

• Lead the teaching and learning of PSHE for learners aged 11+

• Deliver lessons covering relationships, mental health, citizenship, careers, and well-being across secondary and post-16 students

• Develop differentiated lesson plans and schemes of work aligned with the school curriculum

• Assess pupil progress, provide constructive feedback, and support preparation for relevant accreditation

• Guide, mentor, and inspire Tutors and LSAs, promoting professional development

• Contribute to pastoral care, liaising with parents and carers, and supporting pupils’ personal and social development

• Foster a positive, inclusive, and purposeful learning environment

Key Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Degree-level qualification in English or PSHE, with at least Level 2 Maths

• Knowledge of SEND and ability to adapt lessons to meet diverse learner needs

• Experience working with young people with complex needs or challenging behaviour

• Strong organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills

• Enthusiastic, flexible, and solution-focused approach

Desirable: Experience managing or mentoring staff, or addressing social exclusion

Why Join Us?

• Make a direct impact on learners’ life chances

• Teach in a small, supportive school environment

• Lead and develop a team of Tutors and LSAs

• Access excellent CPD and career progression opportunities

• Join a school that values staff well-being and recognition

Additional Information

• The role may involve occasional work outside normal hours

• This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references

• Pierview Academy reserves the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received

Role: English Teacher

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Job Advert

Pierview Academy is a small independent school supporting secondary and post-16 learners with a variety of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Our vision is to empower success through holistic and individualised learning, providing small class sizes from one-to-one tuition to groups of six.

We are committed to the well-being of our learners and staff. Benefits include:

• BUPA Cash Plan scheme
• Annual wellbeing initiatives and termly staff perks
• Annual appraisals and performance reviews
• Support for CPD and career progression

The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic English / Literacy Teacher, ideal for Early Career Teachers or experienced teachers looking to expand their skills. The postholder will:

• Lead the teaching and learning of English for learners aged 11+
• Deliver lessons across secondary and post-16 learners, including Functional Skills and GCSE
• Develop schemes of work and differentiated lesson plans aligned with the school curriculum
• Guide, mentor, and inspire Tutors and LSAs to improve teaching and learning outcomes
• Monitor pupil progress, assess work, and provide constructive feedback
• Contribute to pastoral care, liaise with parents and carers, and support learners’ personal development
• Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment and uphold the school’s ARRRTT philosophy

Key Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Degree-level qualification in English, and at least Level 2 in Maths
• Knowledge of SEND and ability to adapt teaching for diverse learner needs
• Experience teaching young people with challenging behaviour, complex needs, or SEND
• Excellent interpersonal, organisational, and communication skills
• Flexible, solution-focused, and able to work collaboratively in a small school environment

Desirable: Experience in team management, addressing social exclusion, or working with vulnerable learners

Why Join Us?

• Work in a small, supportive school environment
• Make a direct impact on learners’ outcomes and life chances
• Lead and develop staff while contributing to curriculum planning
• Access excellent CPD and career progression opportunities
• Join a school committed to staff well-being and recognition

Additional Information

• Occasional work outside standard hours may be required for training or school events
• This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references
• Pierview Academy reserves the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received