At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach a Key Stage 3 class with a primary-style curriculum, supporting diverse learning needs.
- Company: Join the Percy Hedley Foundation, a leading charity dedicated to empowering individuals with additional needs.
- Benefits: Enjoy wellbeing support, a contributory pension scheme, and sociable hours finishing at 4pm.
- Other info: Fixed-term maternity cover position starting January 2027, with excellent training opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your teaching career.
- Qualifications: Experience in teaching and a passion for supporting children with additional needs.
The predicted salary is between 32243 - 39408 £ per year.
The Percy Hedley Foundation is one of the largest regional charities supporting people with a range of learning and physical needs. We take a person centred, flexible approach to the care and support we provide. Percy Hedley School is a school that sets out to make a difference to the learning, wellbeing and future life chances of children with additional needs. Teachers, therapists and special/learning support assistants work together in trans-disciplinary teams to meet the individual needs of every pupil. Together, we believe we can unlock each child’s potential and support achievement for all.
The Role
We are seeking a Class Teacher to work within our Formal Pathway. The successful candidate will teach a Key Stage 3 class accessing a primary-style curriculum. Pupils in the class have a range of physical abilities and communication needs and use a variety of communication methods. This is a fixed-term maternity cover position for one year, commencing in January 2027.
Percy Hedley School encourages career development and progression. We run a robust training programme and also have development opportunities both within school and across the wider Foundation. We also offer the following benefits to staff:
- Wellbeing support (including occupational health, physio services and counselling services)
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- Induction and ongoing training
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to a rewards scheme designed to save money on shopping
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Sociable working hours, finishing at 4pm most days
- Have the school holidays off
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants should be aware that the post will only be offered to successful candidates subject to an Enhanced DBS and barring checks as well as other employment clearances such as referencing in line with our regulator’s legislation requirements. Please note that this role is classed as regulated activity as it involves working directly with children and/or vulnerable adults. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-declaration form prior to interview, and all candidates will be subject to an online check prior to interview.
As a disability confident employer who is registered and accredited by the scheme, we would encourage all applications but please reach out if you require any guidance or support in your application.
Please access the following link for our child protection policy: This advert will close at midnight on Tuesday 29th September.
Teacher (Maternity Cover) in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: Percy Hedley Foundation
The Percy Hedley Foundation is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment for Lunchtime Support Assistants at Hedley’s College. With extensive training, wellbeing support, and generous benefits such as school holidays off and loyalty awards, employees are encouraged to grow and thrive in their roles while making a meaningful impact on students' lives.
