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Are you ready for your next teaching challenge?

• Are you an adaptable, confident educator who thrives in a dynamic secondary school setting?

• Do you possess strong classroom management skills and the ability to engage Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 learners across various subjects?

• Are you looking for a fulfilling teaching role where you can make an immediate impact without the pressures of planning and marking?

About the School

The school is an established, community-centred secondary academy committed to providing an inspiring, supportive, and ambitious environment for all its pupils. Built on a strong ethos of mutual respect and personal achievement, the leadership team and staff take immense pride in fostering resilience, encouraging curiosity, and maintaining a welcoming, safe space where young people are empowered to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-set lesson plans and materials effectively across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 subjects.

• Maintain high standards of pupil behaviour and focus, utilising positive reinforcement and consistent classroom routines.

• Ensure the classroom remains a safe, purposeful, and productive learning environment throughout each period.

• Collect, organise, and leave constructive handover notes and completed work for returning class teachers.

• Strictly adhere to and uphold all school safeguarding, welfare, and child protection procedures.

Skills & Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification (ECTs, experienced teachers, and instructors with substantial secondary experience are warmly welcomed).

• Confident behaviour management skills and the resilience to handle diverse classroom situations.

• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.

• Flexibility and willingness to teach across different curriculum areas.

Essential Requirements

• Eligibility and right to work in the UK (valid UK passport, visa, or settlement status).

• An enhanced child workforce DBS check registered on the Update Service (or a willingness to complete a new check through Randstad).

• Satisfactory professional references covering the last two years.

• A complete, chronological employment and education history with any gaps clearly explained.

Why Choose Randstad?

• Refer-a-Friend Scheme: Earn £300 worth of REX (Love2shop) vouchers for every teacher or support staff member you successfully recommend (T&Cs apply).

How to Apply

To discuss this opportunity further or find out more details, please reach out directly:

• Contact: Kirsty Booth

• Email:

• Phone:

Alternatively, submit your up-to-date CV today to apply directly!