Jobs, fresher vacancy - Cover Teacher • County Durham

Company: LTE Group

County Durham

Are you passionate about shaping and inspiring the workforce of tomorrow? We're looking for a creative, dedicated, and enthusiastic Cover teacher to join our vibrant team! If you're committed to delivering engaging lessons, making a difference in students' lives, and fostering a love for learning, we want to hear from you. Step into a role where your passion, creativity, and dedication will inspire our learners to reach their full potential and thrive in a supportive, dynamic environment! We have a great opportunity available to join Novus, our prison education provider at HMP Deerbolt, working as a Cover Teacher. This role is working on an ad-hoc basis. Covering any of the subjects below Functional Skills English and Maths, Barbering, Digital, Construction, Carpentry & Joinery and Painting & Decorating. Who are Novus? Novus are a leading provider of prison education and have been supporting men, women, and children of all ages for over 30 years across the UK to take new directions. We are also part of the LTE group of companies that include The Manchester College, MOL, Total People, UCEN, and LTE Group Operations. We are currently rated "Good" by Ofsted and have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners, ensuring our learners secure their place as the movers and shakers of the future. Our business is growing year on year due to our continued success as a leading provider in prison education. Site Information HMP Deerbolt is a Category C, Training Prison for Adult Males located near Barnard Castle, County Durham. The prison provides educational programs, vocational training, workshops, healthcare services, and sports facilities. These initiatives are geared towards equipping inmates with skills and support for reintegration into society. Role Responsibilities Please see the attached role profile for an overview of general role responsibilities. Specific details pertaining to the nature of the role are shared during the interview process. Skills, Qualifications and Experience To be successful in this role, you will need: Teaching qualification and where applicable, relevant subject specialist qualification - with a commitment to obtain the outstanding qualification within 12 months Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy Track record of creating stimulating, vibrant environments which are conducive to learning and motivational for learners Track record of achievement of quality targets Track record of producing accurate and timely reports Effective interpersonal and communication skills Ability to motivate and enthuse learners Organisational skills to prioritise workload to meet deadlines and targets Positive team working Benefits Significant Pension contributions Retail Discounts Employee Assistance Program Cycle to work scheme Safeguarding The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check. Equal Opportunities Statement Novus is committed to providing an environment where everyone is valued as an individual and where learners and colleagues can work, learn, flourish and develop their skills and knowledge in an atmosphere of dignity and respect. We are committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities in which we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and learner community that reflects the UK's rich diversity and vibrancy. The closing date for this job advert is 18/09/2025. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!