About This Role
Core values - Acceptance, Kindness, Responsibility, Perseverance, Aspiration
Do you want to make a real difference?
Do you want to build relationships with the young people you teach?
Do you want a good work-life balance?
iCollege Alternative Education invites applications for
Upper KS2 Teacher
Based in Thatcham
1 FTE Permanent
Required for September 2026
ECT/TMS + 1 SEN point (Potential UPS for right candidate)
We are looking for someone who
has QTS;
experience of SEMH/behaviour challenges is desirable;
has a deeply held conviction that every child can achieve and reach their potential;
is able to be adaptable in a changing environment;
is a strong team player, enthusiastic, flexible, practical and resourceful;
is confident in planning and delivering exciting and engaging schemes of work;
able to support learners who can sometimes become angry or distressed;
If you are successful, you will
· Join a strong team of skilled, supportive and passionate professionals
· Become part of the solution
· Receive specific training to meet your needs
· Work with small groups of up to 6 learners
· Be supported by enthusiastic and experienced TA’s
iCollege is a vibrant provision for learners aged 5-19 who are unable to access mainstream education. Barriers to learning may include social, emotional and behavioural difficulties, attendance issues or be at risk of exclusion.
We operate over 6 sites across West Berkshire working collaboratively with all stakeholders to deliver a broad, holistic and relevant curriculum which meets the needs of all learners, helping them to become the best that they can be. Many timetables are bespoke and meet the individual need of the learner. In addition to full time placements for learners, we also offer off-site, reactive provision to improve mainstream engagement for key stages 1-4 and on-site, short-term, proactive packages to support mainstream engagement.
The school is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks (DBS) along with other relevant employment checks, including overseas checks as necessary and online searches.