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Tradewind are Specialist Maths Teacher Required - Long-Term Role in Rochdale Pupil Referral Service (PRS)
Start: Autumn Term | Location: Rochdale | Role: Full-time
Tradewind Recruitment is delighted to be working with a forward-thinking Pupil Referral Service (PRS) in the Rochdale Borough, supporting their search for a committed and enthusiastic Maths Teacher for a long-term position starting this autumn term.
From September the PRU will be based on one site in Rochdale and provides crucial educational support for young people from Key Stage 3 to Key Stage 4, many of whom have experienced barriers to learning due to social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. This is a fantastic opportunity for a maths specialist who is passionate about inclusion and ready to make a lasting difference in the lives of some of the borough's most vulnerable students.
About the Role
As a Maths Teacher in this PRS, you will play a key role in developing pupils' numeracy skills, preparing them for GCSE Maths and other Key Stage 4 qualifications. In addition to traditional curriculum content, you will also deliver practical, real-world maths education - including financial literacy, budgeting, and managing income as an adult - helping students build skills that are essential for independence and future success.
You'll be teaching smaller class sizes in a highly supportive environment, where strong relationships, consistency, and compassion are the foundations of progress.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan, deliver and assess accessible, engaging maths lessons for learners in KS3 to KS4, including GCSE Maths and Functional Skills qualifications
Promote core numeracy development and support learners in catching up on missed or disrupted education
Deliver practical maths content, including financial education, personal budgeting, income management, and understanding the cost of living
Use trauma-informed, relationship-based approaches to engage learners who may have become disaffected with school
Work with pastoral teams, SENCOs, and support staff to meet pupils' individual learning and emotional needs
Create a positive and inclusive classroom culture that encourages resilience, responsibility and independent thinking
Monitor pupil progress, track attainment and provide clear, constructive feedback
Contribute to a wider team ethos focused on emotional development and re-engagement with learningTo be successful in this PRS Maths Teacher role, you will need:
QTS or QTLS status
Recent experience teaching maths to students aged 10-16, ideally within alternative provision, SEMH settings or PRUs
A sound understanding of GCSE Maths and Functional Skills specifications
Confidence in delivering practical maths content including financial and real-life numeracy applications
Strong classroom management and the ability to build trust with vulnerable learners
A detailed CV with full education and employment history, including explanations for any gaps
Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional references, and legal right to work in the UKWhy Work with Tradewind?
Competitive daily pay reflecting your experience and the nature of the role
Access to over 2,500 CPD courses, including behaviour management, SEMH support, and maths-specific training
Full interview preparation and guidance from experienced education consultants
Ongoing support with lesson planning and curriculum development
Easy-to-use Online Portal for submitting timesheets and managing availability
In-house payroll team based in London - no third-party or offshore delays
Flexible holiday pay - choose to be paid inclusive or accrue it for school holidays
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