Work With Us

Location: Across London (Zones 1–6) – Onsite and Community-Based

Salary: From £30,000 FTE per annum

Rate: Day Rate - £119.96 (including holiday pay) - First 5 weeks will be paid at induction rate. After completing 5 weeks of training, your rate will be reviewed.

Hours: Full-time
(Part-time contracts available – applicants must be able to commit to 5 sessions per week, AM or PM)

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most

Do you believe every young person deserves the chance to succeed, regardless of the barriers they have faced?

At The Complete Works (TCW), we believe education has the power to transform lives. We are looking for compassionate, resilient and creative teachers to join our growing team and provide meaningful education to young people who need it most.

This is not a traditional classroom role. As a TCW teacher, you’ll work with children and young people who are unable to access mainstream education due to a range of complex needs, including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, trauma, and permanent exclusion.

Many of the students we support have experienced significant adversity, including challenging childhood experiences and traumatic events. They need consistent, understanding adults who can build trusting relationships, have high levels of emotional resilience, and help them rediscover their confidence and love of learning.

About the Role

You’ll deliver engaging, personalised education to students through one-to-one sessions and small group teaching across homes, learning centres and community venues throughout London.

Every day is different. You’ll have the opportunity to be creative, adapt your approach and celebrate progress in all its forms because every step forward, no matter how small, can have a lasting impact.

You’ll teach a broad curriculum, including English, Maths and Science (to Foundation GCSE level), while supporting students’ academic progress, emotional wellbeing and personal development.

Travel expenses are included within the remuneration package, recognising the important role you play in bringing education directly to the young people we support.

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

• Has experience teaching or working with children and young people with additional needs.

• Can confidently teach English, Maths and Science to Foundation GCSE level.

• Understands, or is willing to develop their knowledge of, trauma-informed practice and relational approaches.

• Demonstrates exceptional emotional resilience and can remain calm, patient and professional in challenging situations.

• Can build strong, trusting relationships with vulnerable young people.

• Is adaptable, organised and confident working independently.

• Is passionate about helping students overcome barriers and reach their potential.

Why Join TCW?

• Make a genuine and lasting difference to the lives of vulnerable young people.

• Enjoy smaller teaching groups and one-to-one teaching opportunities.

• Deliver creative, personalised education that puts students first.

• Access ongoing professional development, training and support.

• Be part of a supportive, collaborative team that values your contribution.

• Develop your skills and progress within the organisation.

• Benefit from school holiday flexibility, with most holiday working completed from home where required.

• Bluelight discount

A Rewarding Role with Real Impact

This role involves working closely with students who may experience SEMH needs, anxiety, behavioural challenges and the impact of significant trauma.

While the role is incredibly rewarding, it can also be emotionally demanding. We are looking for individuals who bring empathy, professionalism, emotional resilience and a commitment to reflective practice.

We believe our students deserve a broad range of role models reflecting the diversity of our society. Therefore, we welcome applications from those of all backgrounds, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions.

The Complete Works school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 2020. Any job offer will be conditional on the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and barred list check.

Ready to Change Lives?

If you’re looking for a teaching role where every day has purpose, where relationships matter, and where your work can create a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us provide education without barriers.

Closing Date: 20/09/2026
How To Apply:

Visit our website: https://tcw.org.uk/pages/work-with-us#section-working-for-us

Email: jobs@tcw.org.uk

Job Description

Click here to Apply

Join Our Team: Make a Difference in Education!

Are you passionate about transforming the lives of vulnerable young people? We're an innovative education charity and creative school dedicated to supporting London’s most at-risk young people. Through our holistic approach, we empower students to thrive academically, socially, physically, and emotionally in a nurturing community.

Our Approach: We offer a unique blend of personalised group and one-to-one lessons, combined with creative projects and comprehensive wellbeing support. Over the past 25 years, our team has helped thousands of young people regain their confidence, earn valuable qualifications, and grow into successful, happy adults.

The Role: We are seeking passionate and creative people to teach one-to-one lessons with young people across London, working both in students’ homes and our Learning Hubs. You do not need to be a qualified teacher, we will provide your training. Our students have high needs including SEN, medical needs, and SEMH, making mainstream school unsuitable. The work is varied, challenging, and immensely rewarding. You’ll be backed by a dedicated office education team, including a QTS teacher who will mentor you, as well as specialists in safeguarding, wellbeing, and interventions. Your mission: to inspire your students to learn creatively, grow in confidence, and achieve academically.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay rates with regular progression

• A culture of promotion from within (our senior leadership team all started in entry level positions)

• Ongoing professional development, tailored to your ambitions and interests

• Regular socials and staff clubs, a supportive and friendly culture

• Competitive Pension scheme

• A cycle to work scheme to help you stay fit and healthy

• Mental Health and Wellbeing Facilities and Support from our in house Wellbeing Team

• Access to hundreds of company discounts, including gym membership, cinema tickets and fashion.

• Excellent work life balance - school holidays.

• The chance to positively influence the lives of vulnerable children

• Flexibility to develop your role based on your strengths and interests.

Requirements:

• Legal right to work in the UK.

• Enhanced DBS Certificate and Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable).

• Two professional reference checks.

• Experience working with young people, ideally with SEN or SEMH.

• Willingness to teach English, Maths and Science up to KS3 or KS4 level, with support.

• Strong literacy and numeracy skills.

Salary: From £30,317.93 FTE per annum FTE

Deadline: We are interviewing on a first come first serve basis.

Training

One off induction day – 9.00am – 3.45pm

Five Tuesday afternoon induction training sessions- 4.30 – 6.00pm

Ongoing professional development on Thursday afternoons – 4.30 – 6.00pm

You will be teaching and training simultaneously.

TCW Values

We believe our students deserve a broad range of role models, reflecting the diversity of our society. Therefore we welcome applications from those of all backgrounds, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions.

The Complete Works school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 2020. Any job offer will be conditional on the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and barred list check.

If you would like further information please email jobs@tcw.org.uk

How to Apply

1. Click here to download the Job Description

2. Click here to download the Application Form

3. Click here to download the Equal Opportunities Form

4. Fill in the forms and email them to Jobs@tcw.org.uk

South (SE1) London | Full time | £30,317.93 + £606.23 FTE per annum

The Complete Works (TCW) Independent School is seeking a passionate, adaptable and skilled Maths Teacher to take on a leadership responsibility within our dynamic and creative learning environment. This is a full-time role combining specialist teaching with departmental oversight, ideal for someone who thrives in a non-traditional, student-centred setting

TCW is an alternative independent school providing bespoke education for students across Key Stages 1–5 who are unable to attend mainstream settings. Many of our students have SEND or have experienced school exclusion. We work across London, providing 1:1 and small group teaching in homes, centres, and libraries – always striving to reignite a love of learning in our students.

We will be interviewing applicants as and when we receive successful applications - so don’t delay in sending your application!

About the Role

As our new Maths Teacher you will:

• Deliver high-quality Maths lessons to students with a wide range of abilities and needs, primarily in our East London learning centre.

• Support and coordinate a small team of offsite Maths teachers to ensure continuity and consistency in student learning.

• Work with the Maths Lead to train staff, develop curriculum resources, and maintain high standards across the department.

• Oversee the progress of assigned students, support qualification entries (Functional Skills, GCSE, etc.), and manage assessment and reporting requirements.

• Engage with students using creative and personalised approaches to meet their academic and emotional needs.

• Be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team committed to safeguarding, inclusion, and innovation in education.
  
  

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay rates with regular progression

• A culture of promotion from within (our senior leadership team all started in entry level positions)

• Ongoing professional development, tailored to your ambitions and interests

• Regular socials and staff clubs, a supportive and friendly culture

• Competitive Pension scheme

• Mental Health and Wellbeing Facilities and Support from our in house Wellbeing Team

• Access to hundreds of company discounts, including gym membership, cinema tickets and fashion.

• Excellent work life balance - school holidays.

• The chance to positively influence the lives of vulnerable children

• Flexibility to develop your role based on your strengths and interests.

Who We're Looking For

Essential:

• An honours degree or equivalent professional qualification.
  
  

• Experience delivering high-quality Maths lessons, ideally across KS3–KS4.
  
  

• Ability to teach English and Science to a foundation GCSE level.
  
  

• Knowledge of current Maths curriculum, SEN practices, and alternative pedagogies.
  
  

• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
  
  

• Confidence working independently and as part of a team.
  
  

• A creative, flexible, and proactive approach.
  
  

Desirable:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
  
  

• Degree or A-level in Mathematics.
  
  

• Experience teaching students with behavioural and/or SEN needs.
  
  

• Background in a creative, therapeutic, or alternative education setting.
  
  

Training:

• Induction Day: One full day (9:00 am – 3:45 pm).

• Induction Training Sessions: Five Tuesday afternoons (4:30 – 6:00 pm).

• Ongoing Professional Development: Weekly sessions on Thursday afternoons (4:30 – 6:00 pm).

Ready to make a real impact? Apply now and be part of a team that's changing lives through education!

If you're excited to bring Maths to life for students who need it most, we’d love to hear from you.

Deadline: 20/09/2026

Interview: First come, first served basis

Start Date: September start

We are interviewing as we receive successful applications so please do send them asap once complete.

Email jobs@tcw.org.uk for more information

TCW Values:

We believe our students deserve a broad range of role models, reflecting the diversity of our society. Therefore we welcome applications from those of all backgrounds, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions.

The Complete Works school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 2020. Any job offer will be conditional on the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and barred list check.

If you would like further information please email jobs@tcw.org.uk

How To Apply:

1. Click here to download the Job Description

2. Click here to download the Application Form

3. Click here to download the Equal Opportunities Form

4. Fill in the forms and email them to Jobs@tcw.org.uk

Full Time | From £30,900 FTE per annum

The Complete Works (TCW) Independent School is seeking a passionate, adaptable and skilled Science Teacher to take on a leadership responsibility within our dynamic and creative learning environment in East and South London. This is a part-time role combining specialist teaching with departmental oversight, ideal for someone who thrives in a non-traditional, student-centred setting. This role can be full-time if supplemented with teaching offsite for the remainder of the week.

TCW is an alternative independent school providing bespoke education for students across Key Stages 1–5 who are unable to attend mainstream settings. Many of our students have SEND or have experienced school exclusion. We work across London, providing 1:1 and small group teaching in homes, centres, and libraries – always striving to reignite a love of learning in our students.

The Role: We are looking for a Science Teacher to teach small groups and individual students at our Learning Hubs. Our students are typically not suited to mainstream education due to SEN, medical needs, or SEMH.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay rates with regular progression

• A culture of promotion from within (our senior leadership team all started in entry level positions)

• Ongoing professional development, tailored to your ambitions and interests

• Regular socials and staff clubs, a supportive and friendly culture

• Competitive Pension scheme

• Mental Health and Wellbeing Facilities and Support from our in house Wellbeing Team

• Access to hundreds of company discounts, including gym membership, cinema tickets and fashion.

• Excellent work life balance - school holidays.

• The chance to positively influence the lives of vulnerable children

• Flexibility to develop your role based on your strengths and interests.

Who We're Looking For:

Essential:

• An honours degree or equivalent professional qualification.

• Experience delivering high-quality Science lessons, ideally across KS3–KS4.

• Knowledge of current Science curriculum, SEN practices, and alternative pedagogies.

• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.

• Confidence working independently and as part of a team.

• A creative, flexible, and proactive approach.

Desirable:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

• Degree or A-level in Science.

• Experience teaching students with behavioural and/or SEN needs.

• Background in a creative, therapeutic, or alternative education setting.

• Ability to teach English, Maths and Science to a foundation GCSE level.

Training:

• Induction Day: One full day (9:00 am – 3:45 pm).

• Induction Training Sessions: Five Tuesday afternoons (4:30 – 6:00 pm).

• Ongoing Professional Development: Weekly sessions on Thursday afternoons (4:30 – 6:00 pm).

Ready to make a real impact? Apply now and be part of a team that's changing lives through education!

Deadline: 20/09/2026

Email jobs@tcw.org.uk for more information

TCW Values:

We believe our students deserve a broad range of role models, reflecting the diversity of our society. Therefore we welcome applications from those of all backgrounds, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions.

The Complete Works school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 2020. Any job offer will be conditional on the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and barred list check. If you would like further information please email jobs@tcw.org.uk

How To Apply:

1. Click here to download the Job Description

2. Click here to download the Application Form

3. Click here to download the Equal Opportunities Form

4. Fill in the forms and email them to Jobs@tcw.org.uk

Location: London (Zones 1–6)

• E1 - East London School
• SE1 - South London School

Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00am–4:00pm (Hours/Days may vary due to casual hours)

Make a real difference every day.

The Complete Works Independent School (TCW) is looking for enthusiastic, resilient Teaching Assistants to support young people who have faced barriers to education. You’ll work 1:1 and in small groups, helping students rebuild confidence, re-engage with learning, and achieve their potential in a supportive, trauma-informed environment.

About the role

• Support learning in lessons and small groups

• Help students stay engaged, motivated, and on track

• Assist teachers with classroom activities and progress

• Work across school sites and alternative education settings

About you

• Experience working with children or young people (SEN/Behavioural)

• GCSEs (Grade 5/C or above) in English, Maths and Science

• A calm, positive, and adaptable approach

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners

Why join us?

• Meaningful work that changes lives

• Supportive, purpose-driven team

• Ongoing training and development

• Many more perks!

If you're passionate about making a difference in young people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note: This is a casual position, with staff paid for the assignments they complete. Enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks apply.

Closing date: 20th September 2026

Interview: First come, first served basis

Start date: September 2026

How To Apply:

1. Click here to download the Job Description

2. Click here to download the Application Form

3. Click here to download the Equal Opportunities Form

4. Fill in the forms and email them to Jobs@tcw.org.uk

Creative Teacher — The Complete Works (TCW) for September 2026

East (E1) | 2 days per week minimum (Full-time potential) | £30,317.93 FTE (£12,127.17 2 Days)

Bring creativity to life and change it.

As we step into a new academic year, TCW is expanding our creative offer and looking for an inspiring Creative Teacher to join our growing team. If you’re ready to use creativity to re-engage young people with education, this could be your next meaningful move.

TCW is an alternative independent school supporting students from Key Stages 1–5 who are unable to attend mainstream education. Many of our learners have SEND needs or have experienced exclusion. We deliver personalised 1:1 and small-group learning across London in homes, libraries, and learning centres, reigniting curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning.

The Role

We’re looking for a passionate, imaginative educator with a creative background (art, design, media, performance or multi-disciplinary practice) to deliver engaging, qualification-based creative learning.

You’ll:

• Deliver inspiring 1:1 and small group creative sessions
• Adapt learning to individual student interests and needs
• Oversee creative progress for assigned students (up to 20)
• Support qualification pathways (Entry Level, Unit Awards, GCSE)
• Work collaboratively with offsite creative teachers to ensure consistency across TCW’s creative curriculum

About You

• Creative practitioner with teaching experience
• Experience working with SEND or behavioural needs
• Confident, adaptable, and highly organised
• Passionate about inclusive, student-led learning
• A strong collaborator who enjoys innovative approaches to education

Desirable

• Degree in Business or related field
• Experience running or managing a creative business/start-up
• Background in alternative or creative education settings

What We Offer

• A supportive, creative and values-driven team
• Ongoing training and professional development
• A flexible, collaborative working culture
• The opportunity to transform lives through creativity
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Training & Development

• Induction Day (9:00–3:45)
• 5 Tuesday induction sessions (4:30–6:00pm)
• Weekly Thursday CPD sessions (4:30–6:00pm)

Apply Now!!

Deadline: 20/09/2026

Start Date: ASAP

Interviews: Rolling — apply early as we may appoint before the deadline

TCW Values:

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive workforce and welcome applications from all backgrounds. TCW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks.

How To Apply:

1. Click here to download the Job Description

2. Click here to download the Application Form

3. Click here to download the Equal Opportunities Form

4. Fill in the forms and email them to Jobs@tcw.org.uk

Head of Marketing and Communications

Salary: From £35,811.32 per annum

Full-time | Central Office, South school (SE1) and East School (E1) Offices

About The Complete Works

The Complete Works (TCW) is an independent school and charity committed to making a real difference to the lives of young people who need a different approach to education.

We work with young people across London who may have experienced significant barriers to education, including SEND, anxiety, trauma, medical needs, exclusion and other challenges that can make traditional education difficult.

Our approach is creative, individualised and holistic. We believe that every young person has potential, and our role is to create the right environment for them to recognise and achieve it.

We are an ambitious and growing organisation, and we are now looking for an exceptional Head of Marketing and Communications to help us build our profile, strengthen our communications and support the next stage of TCW's development.

About the role

This is a strategic and varied role at the heart of our charity.

As Head of Marketing and Communications, you will lead the development and delivery of TCW's marketing and communications strategy, helping to raise the profile of our charity, schools and wider activities.

You will play a key role in how TCW presents itself to the world from developing campaigns and growing our digital presence, to building relationships with referrers, securing media opportunities and ensuring that our internal communications are clear, consistent and engaging.

You will also work closely with the Executive Team, providing strategic advice on communications, public relations, reputation and stakeholder engagement.

You will have a real hands-on experience with the running and shaping of TCWs Social Enterprise - TCW Cafe.

What you will be responsible for

You will:

• Develop and deliver a marketing strategy that supports TCW's vision, growth and expansion plans.

• Lead marketing activity across our schools, charity, external training, speaking engagements and social enterprise activities.

• Develop a proactive strategy for engaging new and existing referrers and raising awareness of TCW.

• Help establish TCW as a nationally recognised organisation within Alternative Provision and creative education.

• Develop relationships with education and trade press and identify opportunities for positive media coverage.

• Oversee the work of our Social Enterprise, TCW Cafe and support the Cafe Manager.

• Oversee TCW's website, social media, brand identity and digital presence.

• You will also be an important member of our Heads of Department team, contributing to the wider leadership and development of TCW.

About you

We are looking for someone who is both strategic and hands-on.

You will have demonstrable experience of marketing and communications, including planning and delivering campaigns and evaluating their impact. You will be a confident and talented writer who can adapt your communication style for different audiences and purposes.

You will be comfortable using digital and social media channels, understanding analytics and using data to inform your decisions. You will also be confident representing an organisation externally, whether at conferences, events, in meetings with partners or through media opportunities.

We are particularly interested in someone who can bring creativity, ideas and ambition to the role. We want to grow TCW's profile and reach, and we need someone who can identify opportunities rather than simply respond to them.

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of marketing and communications within a growing charity and independent school.

Essential experience and skills

Applicants should be able to demonstrate (please see JD):

An honours degree or equivalent professional qualification.

Experience in marketing, including campaign planning, delivery and evaluation.

Experience managing social media and digital marketing channels and using analytics to inform decisions.

Experience in communications, PR and/or recruitment.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Experience developing and maintaining a brand identity.

Experience generating original campaign and content ideas.

Experience of working in education, Alternative Provision, the charity sector, a creative environment or marketing training/social enterprise activities would be desirable, but is not essential.

Our values

At TCW, our work is guided by four core values:

Creativity | Individuality | Holistic Education | Open-mindedness

We are looking for someone who shares these values and can bring them to life through their work.

If you are an ambitious marketing and communications professional who wants to use your skills to help a growing charity make a bigger impact, we would love to hear from you.

Applications will be assessed against the person specification and successful candidates will be invited to interview.

Applications must be sent to jobs@tcw.org.uk by 12.00pm on Monday 28th September. We will be interviewing candidates as soon as a successful application is received - so don’t delay!

How To Apply:

1. Click here to download the Job Description

2. Click here to download the Application Form

3. Click here to download the Equal Opportunities Form

4. Fill in the forms and email them to Jobs@tcw.org.uk