Unqualified Teacher

Veritas Education; Bradford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education is working with a Bradford area secondary school to recruit an Unqualified Teacher for a full-time, long-term position starting ASAP. This role welcomes graduates, Cover Supervisors, Teaching Assistants, sports coaches, youth workers, and aspiring teachers seeking classroom experience before teacher training.

You will supervise and deliver pre-planned lessons across KS3 and KS4, maintaining a positive learning environment while supporting students and following school

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people is desirable
• A degree or relevant qualification would be advantageous but is not essential
• Confident leading groups of secondary-age students
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills
• Reliable, adaptable and professional
• Passionate about supporting young people in education
• Graduates and aspiring teachers are strongly encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Supervise classes across a variety of subject areas
• Maintain a positive and productive classroom environment
• Manage behaviour effectively in line with school policies
• Ensure students remain engaged and on task
• Support students with their learning where appropriate
• Build positive relationships with students and staff
• Provide feedback to teaching staff following lessons
• Follow safeguarding and school procedures at all times

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Engaging learners

Reliability

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent (desirable)

Job description

Unqualified Teacher - Secondary School

Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire Start Date: ASAP Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term Employer: Veritas Education, on behalf of a partner secondary school

About the Role

Veritas Education is working with a secondary school in the Bradford area to recruit a confident and enthusiastic Unqualified Teacher for a full-time, long-term position starting as soon as possible.

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate, Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, sports coach, youth worker or aspiring teacher looking to gain valuable classroom experience before progressing into teacher training.

The successful candidate will supervise and deliver pre-planned lessons across a range of subjects, ensuring students remain engaged and learning continues effectively in the absence of their usual teacher.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Supervise classes across a variety of subject areas
• Maintain a positive and productive classroom environment
• Manage behaviour effectively in line with school policies
• Ensure students remain engaged and on task
• Support students with their learning where appropriate
• Build positive relationships with students and staff
• Provide feedback to teaching staff following lessons
• Follow safeguarding and school procedures at all times

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working with young people is desirable
• A degree or relevant qualification would be advantageous but is not essential
• Confident leading groups of secondary-age students
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills
• Reliable, adaptable and professional
• Passionate about supporting young people in education
• Graduates and aspiring teachers are strongly encouraged to apply

What the School Offers

• A supportive secondary school environment
• Valuable classroom experience
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Experience across different subjects and year groups
• An excellent pathway for those considering teacher training
• Potential for longer-term or permanent opportunities

Why Work with Veritas Education?

• Competitive rates of pay
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Access to schools across Bradford and West Yorkshire
• Full-time, part-time and flexible opportunities
• Long-term and permanent vacancies
• Straightforward registration process

Additional Opportunities

Alongside this vacancy, we are also recruiting for:

• Cover Supervisors
• Teaching Assistants
• SEN Teaching Assistants
• Behaviour and Pastoral Support staff
• Qualified Teachers
• Supply Teachers
• Full-time, part-time and ad hoc opportunities

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'