English teacher (maternity cover)

Permanent part-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference EH-ENG-0603_1772795160
Closing date April 5, 2026
Location Darlington, United Kingdom
Type Part-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

English Teacher - Maternity Cover

Start: ASAP Location: Stockton-on-Tees Working Pattern: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday (3 days p/week)

We are seeking a dedicated and inspiring Qualified English Teacher (QTS) to join a high-performing secondary school in the Stockton-on-Tees area. This is a part-time, long-term temporary role covering a maternity leave, starting as soon as possible.

About the Role

The successful candidate will:

  • Teach KS3 and KS4 English across Monday to Wednesday
  • Plan, deliver and assess high‑quality English lessons
  • Contribute to a supportive and collaborative English department
  • Deliver curriculum content aligned with the AQA exam board (experience with AQA is beneficial)

    • Requirements

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - essential
  • Experience teaching English at KS3 and KS4
  • Strong planning and assessment skills
  • Effective classroom and behaviour management
  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

    • What We Offer

  • Competitive daily rate, paid weekly
  • Part-time working pattern offering excellent work-life balance
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a successful English department

    • Please apply below or get in touch with Ed Hyland at 0113 403 2200 or ehyland@veritas-education.com for further info.

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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