Cover Teacher - Lower School

Norwich School; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Norwich School is seeking a dedicated Cover Teacher to join our Lower School on a zero-hour, fixed-term basis through August 2027. You will support learning across the Lower School and help maintain a safe, engaging classroom environment.

The post is fixed-term, with a remaining focus on safeguarding and inclusion, and promises pupils a stable learning experience during staff absence. The school welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Deliver cover lessons in the Lower School on a zero-hour, fixed-term basis.

Job description

Cover Teacher - Lower School at Norwich School

• Job Reference: EDV/2026/NS/50992
• Location: 71A The Close, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 4DD
• Contract Type: Fixed Term
• Contract Term: Not Applicable
• Salary: Rate of pay will be commensurate with skills, experience and qualifications.
• Fixed Term End Date: Tue 31st Aug, 2027
• Closing Date: Midnight, Thu 8th Oct, 2026
• Positions Available: 1
• Interview Date(s): Thursday 15th October 2026

About this Role

We are looking for suitably qualified Cover Teacher to work at our Lower School on a zero-hour, fixed term basis until 31st August 2027.

The Lower School is in the Lower Close. Its impressive facilities, and wonderful opportunities give pupils an excellent start to their Norwich School education.

We have a strategic aim and commitment to increase the diversity of our staff body. We are passionate about the adults in our community being positive role models for pupils of all backgrounds and we also want our staff to reflect the diversity of our pupil body and wider society in general. We would therefore particularly welcome applicants who come from ethnically minoritised backgrounds.

Norwich School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Registered Charity No 311280 Co-Educational, HMC: 11-18; IAPS: 3-11

The Lower School is in the Lower Close. Its impressive facilities, and wonderful opportunities give pupils an excellent start to their Norwich School education.