Please see the vacancies for teaching roles at the Trust.

Application Form and Job Descriptions can be found at at the bottom of the page.

Subject Lead RE, Duke’s Secondary School

Hours: 1.0fte – required as soon as possible
Salary: MPS 4 – UPS 3 (£38,034 – £49,084) Plus TLR
Closing Date: 9am, Monday 17th March 2025

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a hardworking, enthusiastic Faculty Lead Religious Education to join our innovative Humanities Faculty within our ambitious school. We are looking for the right candidate to join us as soon as possible.

Religious Education sits at the heart of our School, and is a key element of pupil experience here. The Religious Education curriculum is supported by acts of collective worship, PSHCE and close links to the Chaplaincy and the Church of England curriculum. We expect all colleagues to support the Christian ethos of our School and that is expressed through our aspiration for all to “let your light shine”.

The successful candidate will be responsible for areas such as teaching and learning, vision for the department, strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation, behaviour for learning, the learning environment, performance management, addressing under-achievement and reporting to the senior team on the progress of the faculty.

You will be involved in developing a creative and inspiring curriculum which is closely aligned to the overarching Church of England curriculum and will be part of our collaborative approach to planning. We have a strong team ethos and believe in working collaboratively, sharing ideas and supporting each other to achieve. 

The successful candidate will be an excellent classroom practitioner with strong subject knowledge. They will have a knowledge of current educational thinking and strategies to raise attainment and be passionate about building positive relationships with young people to help them succeed.

If you are looking for a new role where you can develop your own skills whilst helping others do the same, then consider joining Duke’s Secondary School!

Teacher of French, Duke’s Secondary School

Hours: 1.0fte – required as soon as possible
Salary: MPS1 – UPS3 (£31,650 – £49,084)
Closing Date: 9am, Monday 17th March 2025

Are you an inspirational French teacher who is looking for an opportunity to work in an exciting and innovative department within a collaborative and ambitious school? If that’s you, we are seeking to appoint a talented, dynamic, and hardworking teacher to join our team. 

The successful candidate will be an excellent classroom practitioner with strong subject knowledge. They will have a knowledge of current educational thinking and strategies to raise attainment and be passionate about building positive relationships with young people to help them succeed.

This is an excellent opportunity for you to join Duke’s Secondary School which is a forward-looking Church of England secondary school in South-East Northumberland, where you will be supported to develop your career at the same time as making a difference to the lives of our pupils and community.

You will make a great addition to the team if you are committed to delivering the best teaching, learning and assessment opportunities for our students and are capable of inspiring and motivating others through your passion for French.  We have a strong team ethos and believe in working collaboratively, sharing ideas and supporting each other to achieve. 

If you are looking for a new role where you can develop your own skills whilst helping others do the same, then consider joining Duke’s Secondary School!

Teacher of SEN Castle School

Hours: 1.0fte – required as soon as possible
Salary: MPS1 – UPS3 (£31,650 – £49,084) plus SEN Point 1 – £2,679
Closing Date: 9am, Monday 17th March 2025

Castle School provides education for learners with severe or profound and multiple learning difficulties, including autism. Our students benefit from the expertise of a highly skilled and dedicated team of teachers and teaching assistants. We are seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and resilient teacher to join our committed team at Castle School, who:

  • Has a passion for education and student development.
  • Can adapt their teaching and communication methods to suit the needs of children and young adults.
  • Demonstrates cultural competence and values diversity, ensuring inclusivity in their classroom.
  • Is committed to ongoing professional growth and collaboration.

Main roles and Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with teachers, teaching assistants, and other staff to meet the individual needs of our students.
  • Plan and deliver engaging, tailored lessons that inspire students and help them reach their full potential.
  • Create a positive, enabling classroom environment that supports learning, exploration, and personal growth.
  • Complete all required documentation in line with school policies and procedures.
  • Adapt teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of students, including fostering independence and developing communication skills.
  • Promote inclusivity and cultural competence within the classroom, valuing and celebrating the diversity of our students.
  • Engage in regular training and professional development opportunities.
  • Work collaboratively with parents, carers, and multi-disciplinary teams to support student development.
  • Monitor and assess student progress, adapting teaching strategies as needed to meet individual needs.

If you are looking for a new role where you can develop your own skills whilst helping others do the same, then consider joining Castle School!


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