Easington Academy
Durham, County
£32,916 - £51,048 per year
Salary:
MPS/UPS potential TLR for suitable candidate
Job type:
Full Time, Maternity Cover
Start date:
01 January 2026
Apply by:
23 September 2025
Job overview
Easington Academy is a part of the North East Learning Trust and is seeking to appoint a Teacher of History (Maternity Cover) to join our dedicated team.
At Easington Academy, students consistently achieve good GCSE results year-on-year and we are on a steady path of positive progress. In 2019 we were rated as 'Good' by Ofsted and we are now on a journey of excellence. Our primary aim is for each young person to be both courageous and caring, resilient and determined as they strive for excellence, an active and well-rounded citizen with deep integrity and one who respects others and contributes positively to society.
We are looking for a dynamic and highly motivated Teacher of History who is committed to academic excellence and high classroom standards. We warmly welcome applications from both experienced and newly qualified teachers.
Our vision, along with all schools in the Trust, is that every child experiences excellence every day.
We are committed to:
* A vibrant learning community with enthusiastic and engaging students
* A positive and caring ethos
* An excellent learning environment and resources
* A team of hardworking, dedicated and friendly staff where everyone is valued
We will offer you:
* National Terms and Conditions of Employment
* Access to Teachers' Pension (for Teachers)
* Up to 1 day paid leave for staff wellbeing
* Lifestyle Savings – range of discounts from top retail brands
* Discounted gym membership
* 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing portal
The successful candidate will:
* Hold a QTS qualification (or equivalent).
* Have experience of teaching within the subject area
* Have excellent IT skills
* Be proactive and self-motivated
* Have a flexible approach to work
* Be good communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
* Have a proven track record of securing successful student outcomes.
Deadline: Tuesday 23rd September 2025 9am
Interviews taking place: TBC
How to apply:
Application packs can be downloaded from our website.
Letters of application should be no more than two sides of A4 and should be returned with application forms to or by post to Tracey Hann, Support Services Manager, Easington Academy, Stockton Road, Easington, SR8 3AY.
Please do not submit a CV unless it is to complement your application form.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to receipt of satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" and the Trust's Safeguarding Policy which is available on our website.
Recruiter contact:
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About Easington Academy
Easington Academy
Stockton Road, Easington Village, Peterlee
County Durham
SR8 3AY
United Kingdom
At Easington Academy we have high expectations of our students and staff. We believe students have the right to expect a first class education, delivered by teachers who are committed to making learning challenging and rewarding.
Ours is a caring community, one based on mutual respect, a school where students feel safe and supported throughout their time with us. The emphasis on good behaviour means that lessons are taught in an ordered and encouraging learning environment. Students are treated as individuals and we recognise and celebrate their different abilities.
Students will have access to the latest technology and will benefit from innovative teaching strategies, ones designed to engage their interest and make their learning experience a positive one. They will also be given the opportunity to enjoy a wide range of extra-curricular activities. In this we hope to ensure that all of our students achieve their full potential, academically and socially.
When our students leave us, we want them to have enjoyed their five years at Easington Academy. This means leaving with the best possible results and taking with them a store of happy memories.
About the North East Learning Trust (NELT)
In 2017 we joined the North East Learning Trust, a successful, multi-academy education trust. The trust is made up of six secondary schools (including four sixth forms), three primary schools and our teacher training provider, Shotton Hall SCITT.
Read our NELT brochure
here
or visit our website
here
to find out more.
Ofsted report
View Easington Academy's latest Ofsted report here.
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