Maths / English Cover Teacher

The Manchester College; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a passionate Maths or English Cover Teacher for an ad-hoc position at HMYOI Wetherby. The role requires a teaching qualification, experience in creating engaging learning environments, and the ability to inspire young learners. The successful candidate will join a supportive team dedicated to rehabilitation and education in a youth justice facility, offering competitive salary and benefits including pension contributions and retail discounts.

Benefits

Significant Pension contributions

Retail Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Hold a teaching qualification and commitment to obtain outstanding qualification within 12 months.
• Hold a Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy.
• Have experience in creating stimulating environments for learning.

Skills

Teaching qualification

Literacy and Numeracy Level 2

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or QTLS

Experience creating stimulating environments

Effective interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Ability to motivate learners

Teamwork

Education

Teaching qualification

QTS or QTLS

Job description

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Job title Maths or English Cover Teacher Job reference REQ011967 Date posted 19/01/2026 Application closing date 16/02/2026 Location Wetherby Salary £28.51 per hour inclusive of holiday pay Package Competitive benefits + Teachers pension Contractual hours 0 Basis Other Job category/type Teaching and Assessment Attachments Cover Teacher.pdf Job description

Are you passionate about shaping and inspiring the workforce of tomorrow? We’re looking for a creative, dedicated, and enthusiastic Maths or English Cover Teachers 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 HMYOI Wetherby, working as a Maths or English Cover Teacher. This role is offered on an ad-hoc basis.

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

HMYOI Wetherby, is a Young Offender Institution located in Wetherby, West Yorkshire. YOI serves as an important correctional facility within the UK's youth justice system. The facility is a closed youth custody centre housing male juvenile offenders between the ages of 15 to 18. It provides a secure and supportive environment for young individuals who have been convicted of various offenses and require custodial sentences. The institution aims to promote rehabilitation, education, and personal development to facilitate their successful reintegration into society.

Role Responsibilities

Please see the attached role profile for an overview of general role responsibilities. Specific details of the role are shared during the interview process.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will need to:

• Hold a teaching qualification and where applicable, relevant subject specialist qualification - with a commitment to obtain the outstanding qualification within 12 months
• Hold a Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy
• Hold a Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)/ Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) or commit to work towards within a specified timeframe (Applies to Teachers in YOI only)
• Have experience in creating stimulating, vibrant environments which are conducive to learning and motivational for learners
• Have previous track record showing achievement of quality targets
• Have successfully produced accurate and timely reports
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Can motivate and enthuse learners
• Have organisational skills to prioritise workload to meet deadlines and targets
• Demonstrate 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 16/02/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!