English Intervention Teacher

Durham County Council; North East; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local education authority in North East England is seeking a qualified English Intervention Teacher. The role involves teaching English to pupils who are too unwell to attend school, with responsibilities including delivering lessons in various locations across County Durham. Applicants should possess excellent communication skills and a commitment to a supportive teaching environment. This position offers a fixed rate of £35.8490/hour, with additional casual hours available throughout the school year.

Qualifications

• Qualified Secondary English intervention teacher.
• Experience in delivering a creative curriculum.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Teach English and potentially PHSE and an option subject.
• Travel across County Durham for teaching.
• Support pupils who are medically unwell.

Skills

Teaching skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Job description

Job Title

English Intervention Teacher

Key Details

MPS6 fixed rate, £35.8490/hour; Casual, annualised hours contract; Temporary – required as soon as possible for one year from start; Contract of 100 hours minimum each year; Extra casual hours available to suit throughout the school year.

Role Overview

The Woodlands EHN Team are seeking to recruit qualified Secondary English intervention teachers to educate pupils who are medically too unwell to attend school. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference to the lives of young people and their families. To support a child’s education until they are well enough to reintegrate to their school.

Responsibilities

Candidate will be required to teach English and in addition PHSE and potentially an option subject.

The post holder will be required to travel across all of County Durham. Teaching may take place in the family home, a Durham County building (e.g. One Point, library), an EHN Base (Sacriston or Leadgate) or a mainstream/specialist school in County Durham.

The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

Candidate Requirements

• A skilled and effective teacher with enthusiasm and drive
• Committed to working alongside a supportive and dynamic team to continue to raise standards and achievement.
• Has experience of delivering a creative curriculum.
• Have high expectations in all areas of school life
• Possesses excellent communication skills.
• Is well organised, highly motivated and flexible when working independently or as part of a team.

Contact

Please contact Danielle James for further discussions regarding the post
[e-mail] 03000 267759.

Please see ‘Supporting Documents’ for additional information.

Application

Completed applications to be submitted to [e-mail]

Closing date: Sunday 7th December 2025
Interview date: TBC

EEO Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure.

As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.

Our Site

The Woodlands
Broom Road,
Ferryhill
DL17 8AN

Tel: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Website: https://www.thewoodlands.durham.sch.uk/