Construction Teacher, Croydon

Construction Teacher – SEN College

Location: Croydon
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Working Hours: 08:30am – 4:00pm
Salary: M1 – UPS3 (+ SEN Allowance) 

Are you a passionate Construction Teacher looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young adults with additional needs?

We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Construction Teacher to join a specialist SEN College supporting learners aged 16–25 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities. This is a rewarding opportunity to deliver practical, vocational learning that helps students develop industry-relevant skills, confidence, independence, and employability.

Working within a supportive and inclusive environment, you will empower learners to achieve their individual goals and prepare them for further training, supported employment, apprenticeships, and independent living.

About the Role

As a Construction Teacher, you will plan and deliver engaging vocational programmes that provide learners with practical experience across a range of construction disciplines. You will adapt learning to meet individual needs while promoting personal development, communication skills, and workplace readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, practical Construction lessons tailored to the needs and abilities of learners with SEND.
• Teach a range of construction skills, including carpentry, bricklaying, painting and decorating, maintenance, and health and safety awareness.
• Create personalised learning opportunities that support Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) outcomes.
• Develop learners’ employability, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills through vocational learning.
• Assess, monitor, and record learner progress against individual targets and qualification criteria.
• Promote safe working practices and maintain high standards of health and safety within workshop environments.
• Prepare learners for work experience placements, supported internships, apprenticeships, and future employment opportunities.
• Work collaboratively with learning support assistants, therapists, parents/carers, employers, and external agencies.
• Support learners’ personal development, independence, and preparation for adulthood.

Person Specification

Essential

• Teaching qualification (QTS, PGCE, Cert Ed, DTLLS, or equivalent) or willingness to work towards one.
• Relevant industry experience within the construction sector.
• Strong practical knowledge of construction methods, tools, materials, and health and safety requirements.
• Ability to adapt teaching and learning to meet a range of additional learning needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to inclusive education and learner-centred practice.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities within education.

Desirable

• Experience working within an SEN School, College, or Alternative Provision setting.
• Experience supporting learners with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), or Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• Knowledge of vocational qualifications such as City & Guilds, BTEC, ASDAN, or Entry Level programmes.
• Experience delivering employability and Preparation for Adulthood programmes.
• Assessor qualification or experience of vocational assessment.

What We’re Looking For

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• A genuine passion for supporting young people with SEND.
• The ability to motivate and engage learners through practical, hands-on activities.
• Creativity and flexibility in adapting learning to meet individual needs.
• Patience, resilience, and a positive approach to overcoming barriers to learning.
• High expectations for learner achievement, independence, and progression.
• A commitment to preparing learners for successful futures beyond education.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Specialist SEND training and continuous professional development opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team.
• Access to wellbeing and employee assistance programmes.
• Opportunities for career progression and leadership development.
• The chance to positively impact the lives and future opportunities of young adults with additional needs.

About Us

At Engage Education, we are committed to connecting exceptional educators with rewarding opportunities. We place professional development, wellbeing, and ongoing support at the heart of everything we do.

Benefits of Working with Engage Education

• Paid in line with national pay scales (AWR compliant).
• Free CPD and training opportunities.
• Dedicated consultant support.
• £50 Amazon voucher for successful referrals.
• Wellbeing support services.
• Travel discounts and retail offers through our partner schemes.

How to Apply

Apply today or contact our team directly for more information.

All applicants must hold appropriate qualifications and be eligible to work in the UK. An enhanced DBS check will be required prior to appointment, and full support will be provided throughout the recruitment process.

If you have not been contacted within two working days, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion.

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