24 Education jobs in Crook

Multiple positions are available and hiring is ongoing to meet the wide variety of needs we support.

We are on a mission to transform the quality of education provided to young people with SEN (Special Education Needs) / SEND (Special Education Needs and Disabilities), as well as other needs such as SEMH needs (Social, Emotional and Mental Health). We are increasingly supporting children and young people with MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties) and SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties).

We are looking for SEN / SEND tutors with a genuine passion for transforming the lives of disengaged, at-risk, and vulnerable learners in County Durham.

At Targeted Provision our mission is to raise the standard of educational support offered to vulnerable young people in the UK. We keep the team around the child, and you will be supported throughout every placement by our team of SEN / SEND Support Specialists.

This role is perfect for qualified SEN / SEND teachers who are eager to work via 1:1 tutoring with children and young people with a variety of learning needs, in a creative, flexible, holistic, and trauma-informed manner, to raise their engagement and drastically improve the outlook of their educational journey.

• Flexible part-time up to full-time hours to suit you schedule
• Occasional opportunities to take on remote jobs and online teaching assignments and work from home
• Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities, including access to the full Tes CPD suite while working with us
• A SEN / SEND Support Team dedicated to keeping a team around the child, and ensuring that every placement is a success for the young person and you
• We invite every active tutor to join our tutor community, where our tutors and ourselves share best practice, resources, and tips
• A place as part of a child-centred company committed to transforming the world of support for vulnerable young people for the better

• This role will involve providing Maths, English, or Science tuition to young people with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH), Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD / SLD), or other Additional Educational Needs referred to Targeted Provision
• These young people are referred to us by local authorities and schools and will require some level of support in their educational and social-emotional journey
• If selected, your role will be to provide this support via flexible and holistic trauma-informed tutoring and mentoring

• Planning each session of teaching / tutoring / mentoring
• Providing the young person with holistic and engaging sessions which meet their needs and advance their educational and social-emotional journey
• Completing lesson reports and providing feedback on the young person's progress

• Professional Teaching Qualifications (Qualified Teacher Status / QTS / QTLS)
• Minimum 2 years teaching experience
• Experience working with young people with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, and / or other Additional Educational Needs
• Experience, knowledge and understanding of safeguarding processes
• Enhanced DBS (we can help obtain this at cost if needed)
• Two professional references
• You must be based in the UK with the right to work in the UK, even for remote / online assignments

It is a strict requirement that you have the ability to work in a way that promotes the health, safety and wellbeing of children and young people and follow safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.

• This position involves engaging with us as a Worker, to provide short-term engagements as and when they arise
• You will work through a contract for service and will be paid via PAYE
• We do not offer any set amount of work nor expenses coverage
• Our insurance covers the work you do for us
• This is not a self-employed tutoring / self-employed teaching position

We look forward to receiving your CV, outlining your relevant skills and experience that can help make a difference.

Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every applicant. We aim to respond to all successful applicants within two weeks.

We are keen to hear from candidates from all backgrounds. The over 2 million vulnerable children in the UK are disproportionately constituted of minority and LGBTQIA+ communities, as well as people with disabilities, refugees and migrants, and people living with mental health conditions. It is integral to our mission of raising the standard of support for the UK's vulnerable learners that we engage tutors from all backgrounds so that our tutors can share/relate to the experiences of our students.

We take Safer Recruitment seriously. All candidates must pass through our strict processes to ensure their suitability to work with children and young people before being considered for work with us.

Interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis.

Individuals with highly relevant experience from teaching background often have worked in the following roles:

• SENCo (Special Education Needs Coordinator)
• SLD / MLD Teacher
• Autism / ADHD Support Teacher
• Intervention Specialist
• Ex-Teacher

Other highly relevant roles from therapeutic and learning support background include

• Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
• Educational Therapist
• Speech and Language Therapist
• Educational Psychologist
• Inclusion Coordinator

If you hold one of these roles, meet our requirements, and are considering a career change please do consider applying with us.

• Develop, review, and enhance the early years curriculum, ensuring alignment with national standards (e.g., EYFS) and best practices.
• Provide pedagogical leadership and support to nursery staff, promoting effective teaching and learning strategies.
• Conduct regular observations and assessments of children's progress, identifying areas for individual support and enrichment.
• Design and deliver engaging and age-appropriate learning activities across all areas of the early years foundation stage.
• Support staff in creating stimulating and inclusive learning environments that cater to diverse needs.
• Organise and deliver professional development sessions for nursery staff on various early years topics.
• Stay abreast of current research and developments in early childhood education.
• Collaborate with parents and carers to foster strong home-school partnerships, sharing insights into children's development.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of policies and procedures within the settings.
• Ensure the highest standards of safeguarding and child welfare are maintained at all times.

• A relevant degree in Early Childhood Studies, Education, or a related field.
• A recognized early years qualification (e.g., Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education, EYT, QTS).
• Proven experience in a senior role within an early years setting.
• Deep understanding of child development theories and pedagogical approaches.
• Excellent knowledge of the EYFS framework and other relevant legislation.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Ability to inspire and motivate a team of educators.
• Experience in curriculum development and staff training.
• A commitment to continuous professional development.
• Proficiency in using technology for planning and communication in a hybrid work setting.

• Lead, manage, and inspire a team of early years practitioners, fostering a positive and professional working atmosphere.
• Develop and implement an engaging, play-based curriculum that meets the developmental needs of children from birth to five years old.
• Ensure all aspects of the provision comply with statutory requirements, including safeguarding, health, and safety regulations.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching and learning, providing constructive feedback and professional development opportunities for staff.
• Build strong, supportive relationships with parents and carers, encouraging their involvement in their child's learning journey.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the early years setting, including resource management and administrative tasks.
• Conduct regular assessments of children's progress and maintain accurate records, identifying any individual needs and implementing appropriate support strategies.
• Promote inclusive practices, ensuring that all children, regardless of background or ability, have equal opportunities to thrive.
• Organize and facilitate engaging activities, events, and outings for the children.
• Represent the setting positively within the local community and build strong partnerships with external agencies.

The Department of Biosciences at Durham University seeks to appoint a talented individual to the role of Assistant Professor in biotechnology. We welcome applications from those with research and teaching interests that are consistent with research priorities in the Department and whose research is complementary to other staff in the Department. We particularly welcome applications that complement and build on our core research and teaching strengths in protein design, DNA nanotechnology and biomolecular nanomachines, and who have an interest to translate fundamental science to biotechnological and therapeutic innovations.

The Department of Biosciences is consistently ranked in the top 10 UK Biological Sciences Departments in University league tables.

We aim to appoint outstanding new academic staff to i) strengthen research in cross-disciplinary approaches to fundamental biological questions, potentially with impact on the bioeconomy and ii) to provide students with an outstanding educational and training experience through a contribution to our taught undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Research in the Department is focused around four key themes - animal cells & systems; biomolecular interactions; ecology, evolution & environment; and molecular plant sciences ( )

This post offers an exciting opportunity to make a major contribution to the development of internationally excellent research and teaching while allowing you unrivalled opportunities to progress and embed your career in an exciting and progressive institution. For more information, please visit our Department pages at

We offer 3-year BSc degree programmes in Biological Sciences and Biochemistry and a 4-year MBiol, while also contributing to Natural Sciences. Our research and teaching are supported by outstanding research infrastructure in advanced bioimaging (including super-resolution, confocal and electron microscopy), genomics, proteomics, metabolomics, high-performance computing and field research. We promote research at the interface with other disciplines.

The Department of Biosciences is particularly interested in receiving applications from women and candidates from ethnic minority backgrounds. The University is home to several networks that support researchers (e.g., , DU BAME, WHEN, and a vibrant departmental community of recent hires). Durham University offers a generous scheme for maternity leave as well as a nursery run by the University. As an employer committed to promoting the very best talent, we also encourage applications from researchers who may have taken career breaks for family or other reasons, or who may need to consider flexible working. For more information, please visit our Department pages at

As one of the UK's leading universities, Durham is an incredible place to define your career while enjoying a high quality work/life balance. We are home to some of the most talented scholars and researchers from around the world who are tackling global issues and making a difference to people's lives.

The University sits in a beautiful historic city where it shares ownership of a UNESCO World Heritage Site with Durham Cathedral. A collegiate University, Durham recruits outstanding students from across the world and offers an unmatched wider student experience.

The Department of Psychology at Durham University seeks to appoint a talented individual to the role of Assistant Professor in Psychology. The post is open to applicants from all areas of Psychology. However, the appointed individual will be required to undertake some teaching in forensic psychology.

Applicants must demonstrate research excellence in the field of Psychology. The ideal candidate will have a background in Psychology or related areas.

The successful applicant will join a Top 10 Psychology Department in the UK, ranked Top 100 globally:

. The Department of Psychology is an internationally recognised centre of research excellence and interdisciplinarity across the breadth of psychological and behavioural science. The Department's research is organised in three major groupings: Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Science, and Quantitative Social Psychology. Each group leads a taught Master's programme, ensuring that our research strengths inform and inspire the next generation of scholars. The Department is also home to several University Research Centres, which draw together staff from within the Department, the wider University, and the region to address key research issues.

The Department fosters a vibrant research culture, supported by a weekly seminar series, regular training opportunities, and a strong commitment to open science. We pride ourselves on being a collegiate and welcoming department, committed to success for all who work here. Our commitment to equality and inclusion is reflected in Athena Swan Silver Award, first received in 2013 and successfully renewed in 2017 and 2022.

The University has invested substantially in the Department's staff and infrastructure to support our expanding undergraduate, taught postgraduate, and research postgraduate communities. Recent investment in academic appointments and state-of-the-art research facilities is being matched by ambitious plans for new taught programmes, research centres, and large scale interdisciplinary projects across the University and the wider region. With a broad and integrative approach, the Department is well placed to respond to emerging challenges and opportunities, while our collaborative ethos enables staff to work across disciplinary boundaries to deliver innovative solutions to global issues.

As one of the UK's leading universities, Durham offers an exceptional environment in which to develop your career, combining world-class research with high-quality work/life balance. We are proud to host an international community of talented scholars and researchers who are making a tangible difference to people's lives worldwide. Find out more about the benefits of working at the University and what it is like to live and work in the Durham area on our Work With Us - Durham University

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of online courses and learning materials.
• Manage and mentor a team of instructional designers, content creators, and subject matter experts.
• Oversee the entire curriculum development lifecycle, from needs analysis to final course deployment.
• Ensure curriculum content is accurate, up-to-date, engaging, and pedagogically sound.
• Develop and enforce standards for instructional design and content quality.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across departments, including academic leadership and technical teams.
• Integrate learning technologies and multimedia elements to enhance the learning experience.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews and gather feedback for continuous improvement.
• Stay current with emerging trends in online education, instructional design, and learning technologies.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.

• Master's degree in Instructional Design, Education Technology, Curriculum Development, or a related field.
• Proven experience in leading curriculum development projects, preferably in an online or digital learning environment.
• Strong understanding of adult learning theories and instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM).
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and various e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate).
• Excellent leadership, team management, and project management skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team setting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in higher education or professional training contexts is highly desirable.
• Portfolio showcasing successful online course development projects is a strong asset.