English Teacher (Maternity Cover), 32.5 hpw (Jarrow School)

South Tyneside Council; Jarrow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Jarrow School in Jarrow, England, invites applications for an English Teacher (Maternity Cover) to start 4 January 2027. The role is to cover maternity leave, 32.5 hours per week, MPS/UPS, fixed term to 31 July 2027. NQTs welcome; DBS checks apply.

The successful candidate will teach English across KS3 and KS4, ensuring high standards and a positive learning environment, with a strong emphasis on staff wellbeing and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching English to KS3 and KS4 students.
• NQTs are very welcome to apply.
• DBS disclosure and other pre-employment checks will be required.

Skills

English teaching

KS3/KS4

NQT welcome

Job description

English Teacher (Maternity Cover), 32.5 hpw

(Jarrow School)

MPS / UPS

Fixed Term Contract to cover Maternity Leave

Start date: 4 January 2027

End date: at least 31 July 2027

A unique opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and enthusiastic English Teacher to join our dedicated team for January 2027 to cover maternity leave.

The successful candidate will be passionate about teaching English and will have experience of teaching students throughout the ability range at Key Stages 3 and 4. Applications from NQTs are very welcome.

Staff well-being is high priority at Jarrow School and achieving a good work/life balance is an area of real importance to us.

Jarrow School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment, and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks.

In line with the guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education, schools may carry out an online search as part of their due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

We do not currently offer skilled worker visa sponsorship.

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Closing Date: Noon, Friday 20 November 2026.