Job reference

REQ011388

Date posted

11/06/2025

Application closing date

09/01/2026

Location

Manchester

Salary

Package

Competitive Benefits plus Teachers Pension

Contractual hours

17.5

Basis

Part time

Job category/type

Teaching and Assessment

Job description

Are you a passionate Science teacher with QTS, ready to make a real difference? The Manchester College’s Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) offers a unique opportunity to transform lives through education. Join a dedicated team that supports young people facing challenges, helping them re-engage and thrive in learning. Enjoy small class sizes, strong pastoral support, and the chance to see your impact daily. If you’re resilient, compassionate, and driven to inspire, this role offers a deeply rewarding teaching experience. Be part of a community that values growth, inclusion, and second chances. Shape futures where it matters most.

We have an exciting opportunity at our Openshaw campus to join our Foundation Learning Department as a Science Teacher (Alternative Provision) on a fixed-term (until July 2026), part-time (17.5 hours per week) basis.

Site Information

Our Openshaw campus is a vibrant, modern hub of learning, equipped with outstanding, industry-standard facilities designed to inspire both staff and students. Located just outside Manchester city centre, the campus offers a wide range of vocational and academic courses, with specialist spaces for areas such as construction, engineering, health, and digital.

Who are TMC?

The Manchester College is the Largest Further Education College in the United Kingdom and has the largest provisions for 16-19yrs olds, adults, and higher education in Greater Manchester. We are part of the LTE group that consist of MOL, Total People, UCEN Manchester, Novus, and LTE Group Operations. We currently support more than 25% of Greater Manchester’s learning provision and are currently rated “Good” by Ofsted. The Manchester Colleges offering is bolstered by 18 Centres of Excellence across our campuses, ensuring we give our best and strive to achieve an unrivalled learning experience for our students. We have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners nationally to ensure our students secure their place as the leaders of the future.

Proudly, The Manchester College is also 1 of only 57 organisations nationally recognised with the Princess Royal Training Award 2025, demonstrating our commitment to investing in our people and their development.

Benefits

• 45 days annual leave bookable plus 8 bank holidays (FTE)
• 3 well-being days per year (FTE)
• Significant pension contribution
• Retail discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to work scheme

Start your teaching journey with us!

We welcome applications from aspiring teachers who are passionate about sharing their industry skills. At The Manchester College, you will be supported by our Teaching Academy to work towards qualified teacher status for post 16 compulsory education, through a Cert Ed/PGCE. This includes 3-4 hours delivery per week and engagement with a mentor to support your progress in the profession while you work. The starting salary for an unqualified teacher is between £30,750 – £32,931*. It’s a great way to kick-start a rewarding career with full training and support. Once you’ve successfully qualified and demonstrated your teaching competence, you’ll progress to the qualified teacher salary banding.

*Consideration will be given to relevant industry experience and skills with the flexibility to offer increased starting salaries in some circumstances*.

Levelling Up Payment

Check to see if you are eligible to receive a Government Levelling up payment once you have made your application.

Role Responsibilities

Please see the attached role profile for an overview of general role responsibilities.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Certificate of education or PGCE
• Current and valid industry specialism
• Assessor qualifications (if required by Awarding Organisation)
• Minimum Level 3 occupational qualification
• English and maths minimum level 2 Grace C or grade 4 and above
• Significant Experience of delivering outstanding teaching and learning
• Proven track record of high-quality teaching in delivering subject specialism or current valid industry specialism
• Working as a team
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Meet delivery targets and plans
• Accurate and timely reports and records
• Positive contribution to planning processes

Safeguarding

The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunities Statement

At The Manchester College, we’re committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. The Manchester College is committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities where we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester’s and the UK’s rich diversity and vibrancy.

The closing date for this job advert is 09/01/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!