Medina College (inc The Island VI Form) are seeking to appoint a qualified, enthusiastic and innovative Support Base Teacher to work with our students who need an additional sense of belonging and more of a bespoke learning package for a fixed period of time. The role will be working to  re-engage students with education by providing a trauma-informed, values-led provision rooted in safety, belonging, and nurture. Through explicit teaching of emotional regulation, resilience, and life skills, students will be supported to overcome barriers to learning, working towards successful reintegration into mainstream education or transition confidently to their next stage.

Are you a creative, solution focused and adaptable team player who will have high expectations of students whatever their starting points and be able to work in an ever changing environment where staying calm is key? If so, contact us for a visit. 

Join a Community That Champions Transformation

We are incredibly proud members of the HISP Multi Academy Trust - a forward-thinking, vibrant educational community dedicated to providing courageous, transformative education for all. While we share a united vision to dismantle barriers to education, each of our settings brings its own unique ethos to your role. 

If you feel you have what it takes to be part of our dynamic team, we would be delighted to hear from you. 

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.

• Access to high-quality CPD and career progression opportunities across the HISP Trust.

• Opportunities to contribute to curriculum innovation and extracurricular activities.

• A school community that values creativity, independence, and critical thinking.

What We’re Looking For  

We are looking for teachers who embody our values within a school community: Ambition, striving to unlock the full potential of every pupil; Courage, embracing challenges with resilience and high expectations; Confidence, promoting positive learning environments where pupils and staff believe in themselves; and Kindness, creating a caring, inclusive school culture where every child feels safe, valued, and supported.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Online searches and references will be taken up for those candidates short-listed for interview. The successful candidate will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Ready to make a difference?
Apply today and help us shape confident, independent learners who care for others and the environment.

Job Description & Person Specification

Full time and part time applications are welcome. We warmly welcome school visits. Please note that we are unable to accept applications that are not submitted on the application forms below and we do not accept CVs under any circumstances. Please send completed applications to hr@iow.hispmat.org. 

If you have any queries or would like to discuss the role further, please contact us on hr@iow.hispmat.org 

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Closing date: Thursday 4th June or when suitable number of applicants are received

Start date: September 2026 or January 2027