Unqualified Teacher
Location: Bedlington
Working Hours: 8.30am-3.45pm, Monday to Friday
Start Date: November 2026
Contract: Full-time
Milk Education are currently working with a fantastic mainstream secondary school in Bedlington, supporting pupils aged 11-18, who are seeking a confident, enthusiastic and committed Unqualified Teacher to join their staff team on a full-time basis.
This role is ideal for graduates, aspiring teachers, experienced teaching assistants, youth workers, sports coaches, tutors, or individuals with previous experience working with children and young people who are looking to develop their classroom experience within a supportive school environment.
The school provides a positive and inclusive learning environment for pupils aged 11-18, with a strong focus on academic progress, positive behaviour and personal development. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about education who is confident supporting secondary-aged pupils and encouraging them to achieve their full potential.
As an Unqualified Teacher, you will support pupils across a range of lessons, ensuring they remain engaged, focused and on task with the work provided. You will help create a positive classroom environment, maintain high expectations of behaviour and support pupils to achieve their learning objectives.
You will work across different subject areas and year groups, gaining valuable experience within a welcoming and supportive mainstream secondary school setting. This role would be particularly suited to graduates considering a career in teaching, including sports graduates who are confident leading groups, motivating young people and promoting positive behaviour.
Unqualified Teacher - Key Responsibilities
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Deliver pre-planned lessons and learning activities across different subject areas.
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Support pupils aged 11-18 to remain engaged, focused and on task.
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Maintain a positive, safe and productive classroom environment.
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Support pupils to complete set work and achieve lesson objectives.
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Manage behaviour in line with school policies and expectations.
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Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
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Encourage engagement, participation, confidence and achievement.
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Adapt your approach to support pupils with different abilities and learning styles.
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Provide feedback to teaching staff regarding pupil progress, behaviour and engagement.
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Promote inclusion, equality and respect throughout the school.
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Support the wider school community where required.
Unqualified Teacher - Person Specification
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Educated to degree level or equivalent.
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Recent experience working with children or young people within the last two years.
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A genuine passion for education and supporting young people to reach their potential.
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Strong literacy and numeracy skills.
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Excellent communication skills and confidence leading groups of secondary-aged pupils.
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The ability to build positive relationships with both pupils and staff.
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A professional, reliable, patient and adaptable approach.
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Confidence managing behaviour and maintaining clear boundaries.
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A background in sports coaching, youth work, tutoring, mentoring or pastoral support would be advantageous.
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An interest in pursuing a career in teaching or education would be desirable.
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Unqualified Teacher in Bedlington employer: AMA Admin
Milk Education is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for SEND Mentor Assistants. Located in North Liverpool, we prioritise the wellbeing of our educators by offering excellent pay rates, a fast-registration process, and access to professional development opportunities, including free CPD courses. Our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children ensures that you will be part of a purpose-driven team that values your contributions and supports your growth in the education sector.
