Unqualified Teacher

Unqualified Teacher Location: BasildonStart Date: January 2026Contract Options: Full-Time Permanent Flexible/Part-Time Looking to kickstart a career in education but unsure where to begin? Secondary schools across Basildon are inviting enthusiastic and dependable individuals to join as Unqualified Teachers starting in January 2026. With flexible working arrangements—including full-time, part-time, and permanent contracts—this is a fantastic chance to gain hands‑on experience in a classroom and lay the groundwork for a future in teaching. This opportunity is perfect for graduates, teaching assistants, youth mentors, sports coaches, or anyone passionate about making a positive difference to young people’s lives. What You’ll Be Doing: Delivering planned lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 when qualified teachers are unavailable Supporting students’ academic progress and emotional wellbeing throughout the school day Maintaining a calm, positive classroom environment and managing behaviour effectively Working closely with teaching staff to ensure smooth lesson transitions and consistent learning Building your confidence and skills by working in real classroom settings Who We’re Looking For: Experience working with young people in any context, such as education, coaching, mentoring, or youth work Comfortable leading groups and encouraging student participation Clear communicator, adaptable, and able to stay calm under pressure Reliable, enthusiastic, and passionate about helping students succeed Interested in exploring a future career in education or teaching What’s On Offer: Flexible roles available—full-time, part-time, or tailored to fit your schedule Permanent contracts available for committed candidates Competitive pay with weekly payments and attractive daily rates Free access to comprehensive training including safeguarding, behaviour management, and SEND, through Tradewind’s exclusive partnership with The National College Ideal stepping stone for those considering teacher training routes such as PGCE, SCITT, or School Direct Dedicated support from expert education consultants to guide you every step of the way If you're ready to gain valuable classroom experience and contribute to young people’s learning journeys, we want to hear from you. Apply today To explore Unqualified Teacher opportunities in Basildon, starting January 2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr