Secondary Teacher

Prospero Teaching; North East; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated Secondary Teacher to join schools in Darlington. You will teach across KS3, KS4 and KS5 depending on subject and experience, delivering engaging lessons and supporting student progress.

Responsibilities include planning and differentiation, monitoring progress, managing behaviour, collaborating with staff and contributing to the wider life of the school. Start date September 2026; full-time, temporary with potential to go permanent. Pay £140-£220 per day.

Qualifications

• Secondary teaching experience essential.
• QTS, QTLS or equivalent required.
• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for education.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management.

Responsibilities

• Teach students aged 11-19 across KS3-KS5.
• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons.
• Create a positive, inclusive learning environment.
• Monitor progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Manage behaviour in line with school policies.
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents and external agencies.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school, including pastoral duties.

Skills

Classroom management

Behaviour management

Student motivation

Teamwork

Education

QTS

QTLS or equivalent

Job description

Secondary Teacher - Darlington Are you looking for a new Secondary Teacher opportunity? If so, we want to hear from you! We are recruiting on behalf of secondary schools across Darlington seeking dedicated and passionate Teachers to support students in KS3, KS4 and KS5 settings. This is a fantastic opportunity to inspire young people, deliver engaging lessons and make a lasting impact on student's academic progress and personal development.

About the role

• Teaching students aged 11-19 across KS3, KS4 and KS5, depending on your subject specialism and experience.
• Planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons in line with the national curriculum.
• Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment that supports student achievement.
• Monitoring and assessing student progress, providing constructive feedback and target setting.
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively in line with school policies.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, parents and external agencies to support student outcomes.
• Contributing to the wider life of the school, including pastoral responsibilities where required.

Pay, Hours and Contract

• Pay: 140 - 220 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)
• Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday
• Contract: Full-time, temporary position with the potential to become permanent
• Start Date: September 2026
• Location: Darlington

Experience, Qualifications and Requirements

• Previous experience teaching within a secondary school setting is essential.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), QTLS or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for delivering high-quality education.
• Excellent classroom management and behaviour management skills.
• Ability to engage, motivate and inspire students of varying abilities.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service or be willing to process a new application.
• Professional child-related references covering the last two years.