Cover Teacher

To succeed in the role you will have:

A degree, or equivalent experience, with a teaching qualification
Proven ability to teach outstanding lessons across the 11-18 age range, with first class classroom management skills
The ability to work in collaboration with other members of staff to further the department
Exceptional personal organisation and time management skills
A firm understanding of key national and educational policies and issues
The ability to inspire high achievement in young people from all backgrounds
A clear commitment to improving your own and others’ performance through effective continuous professional development

In return for joining us as a Cover Teacher, we can offer:

An opportunity to use your skills and knowledge to make a real difference to the children within our community, whilst working within a school that fosters positivity and care.
Access to an expanding range of lifestyle benefits including free flu vaccinations and a cycle to work scheme.
Free access to an Employee Assistance Programme providing support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week – this can include telephone GP appointments, physiotherapy, counselling and wellbeing services.
Free Parking on site
A wide range of possibilities to develop as a professional, with access to job related learning and development opportunities across the Trust.

Woodkirk Academy is a high performing, successful, well established, fully comprehensive, co-educational 11-18 maintained Academy and a founding member of Leodis Academies Trust. We have a proud record in academic, intellectual, social and sporting, musical, dramatic and community developments. Our latest Ofsted report noted a ‘passion and commitment to continuous improvement’ and that ‘leadership at all levels is focused on the progress of pupils.’ Read more