Cover Teacher

About The Role

• Contract Type: Permanent
• Working Hours: Full Time
• Number of Positions: 1
• Qualifications Required: Qualified Teacher Status (or working towards) / A degree of equivalent qualification
• Start Date: 1st September 2026
• Salary: £32,916 - £51,048 per annum

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Cover Teacher to join our fantastic team at MEA Central. This is a permanent position on Teaching terms, MPS-UPS to start in September 2026.

We’re looking for:

• You will need to be qualified to teach and work in the UK with successful experience in the 11-16 phase.
• You will need to have thorough subject knowledge and an understanding of current curriculum developments.
• You will also be a good communicator with the ability to develop effective working relationships.
• You will have the ability to deliver quality teaching that drives achievement and inspires a love of learning.
• You will be able to demonstrate experience of achieving positive outcomes for pupils, as well as being passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people.
• As a committed team player, you will have excellent organisational skills and the natural ability to motivate both pupils and peers.
• You will be required to teach a range of subjects to high school students at a high standard across the Academy as required to support with planned and unplanned absences.
• You will be responsible for improving the standards of learning and raising levels of student achievement for all students and expected to fulfil the professional responsibilities common to all classroom teachers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing high-quality instructions and maintaining educational continuity.
• Adapt quickly to different classroom environments and student needs.
• Manage classrooms effectively, ensuring a positive learning environment.
• Create a safe, engaging, and positive learning environment for all students.
• Support the school's vision and ethos by working collaboratively with staff and students.
• Engage with students' learning and provide feedback on their progress.

Benefits:

• High quality CPD for all roles
• Bupa Level 1 Health Plan – annual cash back allowance for a range of everyday health care expenses
• Generous Pension Contribution – over 26% for teachers and over 15% for support staff
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years’ service
• Cycle scheme – save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free
• Employee Assistance Programmes – including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines
• Credit Union – regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans
• Flexible working options – we're happy to talk flexible working where possible
• Mental Health First Aid in every school
• Blue Light Card – discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more
• yByond cashback card – spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases

Commitment to Safeguarding and Equality:

All school staff are expected to share the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description. We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. DBS Code of Practice is available. This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable. We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.