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Secondary Subject Specialist Teacher Jobs | Newcastle, Gateshead & Northumberland

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  • North East
  • Flexible, Full time, Part time, Temp to Perm
  • £130 - £150 a day
  • Secondary Education

Supply Opportunities Across Newcastle, Gateshead, Morpeth & Ovingham

North East | Flexible, Full Time, Part Time, Temp to Perm

Secondary Education

£130 – £150 a day

Schools Mutual Services are recruiting experienced Secondary Subject Specialist Teachers to support our partner secondary schools across Newcastle, Gateshead, Morpeth and Ovingham.

We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable teachers specialising in:

  • Science
  • English
  • Mathematics

Whether you’re looking for flexible day-to-day supply, longer-term placements or a route into a permanent teaching role, we have opportunities that fit around your career and lifestyle.

As a not-for-profit organisation owned by schools, we believe teachers deserve fair pay, professional support and access to rewarding opportunities within local schools.


The Role

As a Secondary Subject Specialist, you will:

  • Deliver engaging lessons within your specialist subject.
  • Teach across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (KS5 experience is desirable).
  • Adapt confidently to different school settings.
  • Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
  • Follow school behaviour and safeguarding policies.
  • Maintain high standards of teaching and learning.
  • Build positive relationships with pupils and school staff.

Requirements

To be successful, you will have:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
  • Previous experience teaching within UK secondary schools.
  • Strong subject knowledge in Science, English or Mathematics.
  • Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
  • The ability to quickly adapt to different school environments.
  • A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
  • An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
  • The right to work in the UK.

Why Join Schools Mutual Services?

When you work with Schools Mutual Services, you’ll benefit from:

  • Weekly PAYE pay
  • Pay aligned with national teacher pay scales
  • Enhanced employer pension contributions
  • Extensive Health & Wellbeing Programme
  • 24/7 GP access and mental health support
  • Physiotherapy and MSK services
  • Ongoing CPD and training opportunities
  • Dedicated personal consultant
  • Access to permanent teaching opportunities
  • Refer-a-friend bonus scheme

We’re committed to supporting educators while helping schools recruit outstanding teachers through a fair, ethical and transparent approach.


Locations

We are currently recruiting Secondary Subject Specialist Teachers to work across:

  • Newcastle upon Tyne
  • Gateshead
  • Morpeth
  • Ovingham
  • Surrounding North East areas

Apply Today

If you’re an experienced Science Teacher, English Teacher or Mathematics Teacher looking for flexible supply work or your next teaching opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.

Join Schools Mutual Services and become part of an organisation that’s putting schools and teachers first.

Apply today or contact our North East team on 0191 933 8300 to find out more

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Register your interest today:
https://schoolsmutualservices.co.uk/candidates-looking-for-work/#candidate-signup

Or speak directly with our team:

Sarah – Schools Mutual Services
📞 0191 933 8300

Start making an impact in local schools while benefiting from the support of a not-for-profit organisation that truly puts educators first.

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Why Supply Teaching Could Be the Best First Step for Your Teaching Career

Benefits

Enhanced Pension, Extensive Health & Wellbeing Programme, CPD & Training Opportunities, PAYE Contracts & Weekly Pay, National Pay Scales, Your Will Prepared for Free, Outstanding Personal Support

Schedule

Ability To Commute / Relocate

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