Cover Class Teacher at Epworth Education Trust

The successful candidates will inspire and nurture our pupils through excellent teaching and will contribute positively to school teams by modelling and promoting high-quality classroom practice.

We are looking for excellent teachers who:

• Will maintain the exceptionally high standards of teaching and learning established across the Trust, whilst implementing current and effective teaching strategies

• Have a proven record of effective, creative and outstanding teaching

• Can support, challenge and nurture our amazing children, meeting their individual needs and developing positive learning behaviours

• Demonstrate excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills

• Will be active members of school teams and contribute to the Trust’s Christian and nurturing ethos

• Promote collaboration, partnership and meaningful links with all members of the school community

• Are flexible in their approach, open to new ideas, and are committed team players with a passion for teaching

In return our Trust and its school offer you:

• Supportive parents and a welcoming local community

• A strong and supportive leadership team with a clear sense of strategic vision

• A supportive and highly committed staff with high expectations, who are willing to help each other. 

• Well resourced, safe and stimulating learning environments 

• Strong working partnerships within the Trust

• Pupils with positive attitudes to learning, who are hardworking, caring and proud to attend their school.

• The opportunity to make a difference.

• An enthusiastic and supportive Governing Body

• The support of a strong and skilled Trust Central Team

• Access to training opportunities and professional development

This role is ideal for experienced teachers seeking flexibility, teachers returning to the profession, or those looking to gain experience across a range of schools within a supportive Trust.

Applicants are welcome to come and visit schools. Please contact the school to arrange this or if you would like to discuss the role further, please contact Julie Whittaker on jwhittaker@epworthtrust.org.uk

All application forms should be submitted through MyNewTerm with a letter of application which makes reference to the job description / person specification.  This should be no longer than 2 sides of A4 with a font size of 12

        Closing date:         31st December 2026

Applications will be reviewed from 1st September 2026 and suitable candidates will be invited to interview on a rolling basis throughout the autumn term. The extended closing date is intended to enable us to build a wider pool of high-quality candidates for future opportunities across the Trust.

        Short listing:         Ongoing from 1st September 2026

        Observations:                By Arrangement

        Interviews:         Will be held throughout the recruitment period from 1st September 2026

This role is a zero-hour role that means you will work across all schools in our trust as required. 

This post involves working with children, young people or vulnerable adults and is therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

This post is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures. Epworth Education Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

At the Epworth Education Trust we recognise our moral and statutory responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all children. We work to provide a safe and welcoming environment where children are respected and valued.  We are alert to the signs of abuse and neglect and follow our procedures to ensure that children receive effective support, protection and justice. The procedures contained in our Safeguarding Policy apply to all staff, volunteers and governors.