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Job details
Job title Cover Teacher Job reference REQ012898 Date posted 01/10/2026 Application closing date 02/11/2026 Location Wakefield Salary £28.51 per hour including holiday pay Package Competitive Benefits plus Teachers Pension Contractual hours 0 Basis Other Job category/type Teaching and Assessment Attachments Cover Teacher.pdf Job description
Job description
Are you passionate about shaping and inspiring the workforce of tomorrow? We’re looking for a creative, dedicated, and enthusiastic Cover Teacher to join our vibrant team! If you’re committed to delivering engaging lessons, making a difference in students' lives, and fostering a love for learning, we want to hear from you. Step into a role where your passion, creativity, and dedication will inspire our learners to reach their full potential and thrive in a supportive, dynamic environment!
We have a great opportunity available to join Novus, our prison education provider at HMP Wakefield, working as a Cover Teacher on an ad-hoc basis. The role is to provide essential teaching cover for a variety of curriculum areas to cover sickness.
Who are Novus?
Novus are a leading provider of prison education and have been supporting men, women, and children of all ages for over 30 years across the UK to take new directions. We are also part of the LTE group of companies that include The Manchester College, MOL, Total People, UCEN, and LTE Group Operations. We are currently rated “Good” by Ofsted and have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners, ensuring our learners secure their place as the movers and shakers of the future. Our business is growing year on year due to our continued success as a leading provider in prison education.
Site Information
HMP Wakefield is a Category A high-security prison for adult men, located in Wakefield, West Yorkshire. Established in 1594 as a house of correction, it is one of the oldest operating prisons in England and Wales. The site forms part of the long-term high-security estate and houses individuals convicted of serious offences. It has a capacity of around 750 prisoners, with a current population of approximately 630, including about 148 Category A inmates.
Role Responsibilities
Please see the attached role profile for an overview of general role responsibilities. Specific details pertaining to the nature of the role are shared during the interview process.
Skills, Qualifications and Experience
To be successful in this role, you will need to:
- Teaching qualification and where applicable, relevant subject specialist qualification - with a commitment to obtain the outstanding qualification within 12 months
- Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy
- Achievement of quality and performance targets
- Accurate and timely completion of documents
- Positive team working
- Effective communication & inter-personal skills
Benefits
- Significant Pension contributions
- Retail Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Cycle to work scheme
Safeguarding
The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.
Equal Opportunities Statement
Novus is committed to providing an environment where everyone is valued as an individual and where learners and colleagues can work, learn, flourish, and develop their skills and knowledge in an atmosphere of dignity and respect. We are committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities in which we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and learner community that reflects the UK’s rich diversity and vibrancy.
The closing date for this job advert is 02 /11 /2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!
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Cover Teacher in Wakefield employer: Novus
Novus is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of learners, particularly within the unique environment of HMP Kirkham. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, we offer competitive benefits including generous annual leave, pension contributions, and personal development opportunities, all while fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture that empowers staff to thrive. Join us in our mission to create positive change and support individuals on their journey towards reintegration into society.
