SEMH Construction Teacher Southam

Are you an experienced Construction Teacher or skilled trades professional looking to inspire the next generation? Do you have the ability to engage young people through practical, hands-on learning while helping them develop valuable life and employability skills?

Join our agency team and work in a welcoming Alternative Provision supporting students aged 11-16 with SEMH needs, ASD, attachment disorders and behavioural needs.

Location:

Solihull

Start Date:

September 2026

Contract:

Ongoing, with potential for permanent placement

We are recruiting on behalf of a supportive Alternative Provision that provides a practical, nurturing environment where students can thrive.

As the Construction Teacher, you'll deliver engaging vocational lessons that develop practical skills across a range of construction disciplines. You'll use hands-on activities to build confidence, teamwork, resilience and independence while promoting safe working practices and positive behaviour.

Working collaboratively with support staff and pastoral teams, you'll create an engaging learning environment where students can achieve meaningful qualifications and prepare for future careers within the construction industry.

• QTS or relevant construction qualifications with teaching or training experience
• Industry experience across one or more construction trades
• Experience supporting young people with SEMH or additional needs
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Ability to motivate disengaged learners through practical learning
• A flexible, resilient approach and commitment to safeguarding

• Assessing or vocational teaching qualifications
• Experience with in Alternative Provision, PRUs or specialist education
• Knowledge of Functional Skills integration
• Training in restorative or de-escalation approaches

• Supportive Alternative Provision with excellent leadership
• Small class sizes
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Competitive rates of pay
• Long-term opportunity with potential for permanent employment
• A rewarding role helping students build brighter futures

If you're passionate about practical education and transforming young people's lives through vocational learning, we'd love to hear from you.

Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment.

Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.