Advanced Cover Teachers (Science, Digital Technology, Engineering & Mathematics Specialist)

Runshaw College; Leyland; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Leyland seeks an Advanced Cover Teacher specializing in STEM subjects. You will provide short and medium-term cover across various classes and support teaching staff through CPD. Ideal candidates should possess innovative teaching skills and a strong STEM background. The position is fixed-term until July 2026, with a competitive salary up to £48,309 p.a.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of delivering high-quality teaching across STEM subjects.
• Experience in providing 1:1 support to students and CPD for staff.
• Ability to adapt to various teaching environments quickly.

Responsibilities

• Provide short and medium-term cover across a variety of STEM subjects.
• Deliver an outstanding student experience at short notice.
• Support teaching staff through CPD initiatives.

Skills

Innovative teaching methods

Flexibility

Classroom management

STEM subject expertise

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree in a STEM subject

Job description

ADVANCED COVER TEACHER (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics Specialist) - REF 250807R

Up to £48,309 p.a. (Pay Award Pending)

Runshaw College is one of the most successful colleges in the country, renowned locally and nationally for our outstanding results, friendly and supportive culture and focus on putting the student at the heart of all that we do.

We value our staff and students highly, and invest heavily in their development, support and wellbeing. Situated in Leyland, Lancashire, the College is near the M6, M61 and M65 and within commuting distance of Manchester, Liverpool and the Lake District.

We are seeking to appoint an Advanced Teacher to provide short and medium-term cover across a variety of 16-18 STEM subjects and to provide 1:1 support and CPD for teaching staff across college.

To be successful in this role, you will need to be an innovative, flexible and creative teacher capable of delivering an outstanding student experience at relatively short notice across a range of classes. Ideally, we are seeking to appoint a highly experienced and effective teacher with a STEM background.

It is anticipated the successful candidate will be an outstanding classroom practitioner who also has the necessary knowledge, skills and experience to perform other duties commensurate with an Advanced Teacher role.

This post is fixed term until July 2026

Closing date for this post is 12 noon, Friday 26th September 2025

For further information and to apply, please visit www.runshaw.ac.uk/work-at-runshaw/current-vacancies and click on Vacancies. Alternatively, email [e-mail] or call 01772 642004, quoting the vacancy reference number.

Runshaw College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the health, safety and welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly people with protected characteristics.