Job Details
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
Overview
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.
Qualifications & Experience
- Qualified to teach and work in the UK with successful experience in the 11‑16 phase.
- Thorough subject knowledge and an understanding of current curriculum developments; good communication skills and ability to develop effective working relationships.
- Ability to deliver quality teaching that drives achievement and inspires a love of learning.
- Passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people; a committed team player with excellent organisational skills and the natural ability to motivate both pupils and peers.
Main Purpose of the Job
- Teach a range of subjects to high school students at a high standard across the Academy to support planned and unplanned absences.
- Responsible for improving the standards of learning and raising levels of student achievement for all students; expected to fulfil the professional responsibilities common to all classroom teachers.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high‑quality instruction and maintain 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.
Working for Prospere Learning Trust
Great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in our staff to achieve their full potential and offer a range of benefits.
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 savings scheme and access to affordable loans
- Flexible working options – we’re happy to discuss flexible working where possible
- Mental Health First Aid in every school
- Blue Light Card – discounts on holidays, cars, day‑out experiences, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones and many more
- bYond cashback card – spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for everyday purchases
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
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 position will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK, 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, maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
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