What Jobs are available for Secondary Education in the United Kingdom?

• Develop and implement the strategic vision for secondary education.
• Lead and manage all aspects of the secondary school curriculum and its delivery.
• Ensure academic excellence and high standards of student achievement.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.
• Lead, mentor, and appraise secondary school teaching staff.
• Oversee student welfare, discipline, and pastoral care systems.
• Manage the secondary school budget and resources effectively.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with parents, staff, and the wider community.
• Promote pedagogical innovation and the use of best practices in teaching and learning.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant educational legislation and policies.

• Recognised teaching qualification and relevant postgraduate degree (e.g., M.Ed., NPQH or equivalent).
• Significant experience in senior leadership within a secondary school setting.
• Proven track record in curriculum development, assessment, and school improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire and lead teaching staff.
• Strong understanding of educational best practices and current research.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
• Experience in managing budgets and resources.
• A commitment to promoting student well-being and achievement for all.
• Experience in developing and implementing school policies.
• Passion for education and a strong commitment to student success.

• Design and develop innovative secondary education curricula.
• Create comprehensive lesson plans, assessments, and learning materials.
• Research and integrate educational best practices and standards.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and educators.
• Evaluate curriculum effectiveness and implement improvements.
• Ensure alignment with national educational frameworks.
• Develop resources for online and blended learning environments.
• Contribute to the overall instructional design strategy.

• Master's degree in Education, Curriculum Development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in curriculum design and development.
• In-depth knowledge of secondary education and learning principles.
• Proven ability to create engaging and effective educational content.
• Excellent writing, editing, and organizational skills.
• Experience with instructional design principles and learning technologies.
• Strong research and analytical capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting.

• Conduct personalized mathematics tutoring sessions for secondary school students.
• Develop and implement tailored learning plans based on individual student needs.
• Assess student understanding and provide constructive feedback.
• Explain complex mathematical concepts in a clear and accessible manner.
• Utilize digital tools and platforms to create engaging and interactive lessons.
• Track student progress and report on academic achievements.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and the academic coordination team.
• Adapt teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
• Foster a positive and encouraging learning environment.
• Maintain accurate records of tutoring sessions and student performance.

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Education, or a related field.
• Proven experience in teaching or tutoring mathematics at the secondary level.
• In-depth knowledge of the UK secondary school mathematics curriculum.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and mentoring skills.
• Proficiency with online tutoring software, video conferencing, and virtual learning tools.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and maintain student engagement in a remote setting.
• A passion for education and a commitment to student success.

• Lead and manage the mathematics department, including curriculum development, resource allocation, and staff support.
• Deliver outstanding mathematics teaching to students across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, fostering a positive and engaging learning environment.
• Develop and implement innovative teaching strategies to cater to diverse learning needs and abilities.
• Monitor student progress, set challenging targets, and provide timely feedback to ensure academic achievement.
• Conduct departmental meetings, support professional development for mathematics teachers, and contribute to whole-school improvement initiatives.
• Oversee the assessment and examination process for mathematics, ensuring compliance with national standards.
• Inspire and motivate students to develop a deep understanding and appreciation of mathematics.
• Manage departmental budgets and resources effectively.
• Collaborate with other departments to integrate mathematical concepts across the curriculum.
• Contribute to extracurricular activities and school events.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• A degree in Mathematics or a related subject.
• Proven experience as a successful Mathematics teacher, with demonstrable leadership capabilities.
• Strong understanding of the national curriculum for mathematics and assessment frameworks.
• Excellent classroom management skills and the ability to inspire and motivate students.
• Proficiency in using technology to enhance teaching and learning.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and contribute positively to the school community.
• Experience in curriculum development and strategic planning for a subject area.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

• Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality chemistry lessons to secondary school students via an online learning platform.
• Develop engaging course materials, including presentations, worksheets, interactive activities, and assessments.
• Adapt teaching methods to cater to diverse learning styles and needs within an online environment.
• Monitor student progress, provide constructive feedback, and track academic performance.
• Set and mark assignments, tests, and examinations in accordance with curriculum requirements.
• Foster a supportive and interactive online classroom community.
• Communicate regularly with students, parents, and the academic support team regarding student progress and well-being.
• Utilize various online tools and educational technologies to enhance the learning experience.
• Stay current with developments in chemistry education and pedagogical best practices for online learning.
• Participate in remote faculty meetings, professional development sessions, and curriculum review processes.
• Ensure compliance with relevant educational standards and safeguarding policies.
• Provide one-on-one tutoring or support sessions as needed.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the online learning platform and its offerings.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognized teaching qualification.
• A degree in Chemistry or a related science field.
• Proven experience teaching Chemistry at the secondary school level.
• Demonstrated ability to teach effectively in an online or remote environment.
• Proficiency with online learning platforms (e.g., Moodle, Google Classroom, Zoom) and educational software.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to create engaging and interactive learning content.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage a remote workload effectively.
• A passion for science education and a commitment to student success.
• Candidates must be based in the UK and eligible to work.

Partner Organisation

Cognus

Location(s)

Sutton

Contract Type

Permanent

Working Hours

Full Time

Salary

£27,096.80 per annum, FTE (pro rata from 1 FTE £32,184.09),

Application Deadline

23/10/2025, 23:55

Role Details

This role is part of the Traveller Education Service within the Inclusion Service at Cognus. The Secondary Education and Family Liaison Coordinator will be responsible for the provision of 1:1 learning support and inclusion of vulnerable pupils with Traveller ethnicity.

We are looking for a professional who has experience of working in education settings, ideally at secondary level, and who is passionate about the inclusion of children and young people in education and society. An individual that enjoys a varied workload, is organised, creative, flexible and has excellent people skills. Importantly, they will bring energy and enthusiasm

and inspire those they support, building positive relationships, especially with young people.

This is a peripatetic role so the post holder must be willing and able to travel daily to multiple schools within both the London Borough of Sutton and the London Borough of Merton to provide support to Gypsy, Roma and Traveller children and young people.

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• Lead the strategic development, review, and implementation of the secondary school curriculum across all subjects.
• Ensure curriculum alignment with national standards, educational reforms, and best practices in pedagogy.
• Develop innovative teaching and learning strategies to enhance student engagement and outcomes.
• Oversee the creation and refinement of curriculum content, lesson plans, and assessment tools.
• Provide leadership and professional development opportunities for teaching staff in curriculum delivery and assessment.
• Analyze student performance data to identify areas for curriculum improvement and intervention.
• Collaborate with department heads, teachers, and external educational bodies.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement and evidence-based practice within the curriculum team.
• Manage the curriculum budget effectively and oversee resource allocation.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends in education, educational technology, and assessment methodologies.
• Ensure the curriculum effectively meets the needs of diverse learners, including those with special educational needs.
• Report on curriculum progress and impact to senior leadership and governing bodies.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Master's degree in Education, Curriculum Design, or a related field is highly desirable.
• Significant experience in secondary school teaching and leadership roles.
• Proven track record in curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation.
• In-depth knowledge of the National Curriculum and assessment frameworks.
• Strong understanding of educational psychology and learning theories.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate teaching staff.
• Experience in data analysis to inform educational strategies.
• A passion for fostering student achievement and lifelong learning.
• Ability to work effectively within a school environment and manage multiple priorities.

Location: Scotland (Fully Remote / home based) (Must permanently live & have the right to work in the UK, Ideally Scotland)   

Annual Salary:  £23,000 GBP Per year (Pro-rata / FTE) (Circa £11.79 per hour)

Contract: Permanent (6 months probationary period)

Hours: 15 hours per week

Line Manager: Michele McGarvey 

Recruiter: Sarah Jane Dalzell 

About Us:

At Twinkl Scotland, we pride ourselves on creating quality content for all ages and stages of Scottish education. From ELC, through Primary and now into Secondary, we aim to provide content that engages learners and supports Scottish educators in getting it right for every child. We are always looking for opportunities to further support our users and respond to current educational initiatives and, as such, we are now delighted to be focusing on developing our Conduit, Secondary Scotland resources and team.

The Role:

Conduit is our Scottish Secondary brand, launched in August 2022. We began with a small team of English teachers to develop teaching and learning resources as well as materials to support skills development to help bridge the gap between the BGE and Senior Phase. We now work on additional subject areas too, with more coming online soon. The Conduit team has become so successful that we are ready to grow and develop our Secondary offering further. We are seeking candidates for multiple subjects to write and edit BGE and Senior Phase content for Scottish Secondary teachers and students.

You can apply as a Content Writer & Editor for any of the following secondary subjects: (Please make it clear by using the drop down list on the application form, which subject you are applying for) 

• Maths
• Science
• Business Education

How you will spend your week:

• Meeting with other Twinkl writers and editors, the Conduit Product Owner and Secondary Segment Manager to discuss new ideas;
• Writing and editing CfE content for the Scottish Secondary market;
• Identifying and developing new project ideas within your chosen subject and wider Conduit Team;
• You may also do some editing work for other subject areas across the Conduit Team;

In this role, you will learn :

• How to create and edit new teacher content for our Scottish team, from ideation stage to publication on the site; 
• Remote collaboration, working closely with writers and editors across the country;
• How to develop greater commercial awareness so we can understand the needs of those we want to help.

Requirements

To succeed in the role, you will:

• Be a fantastic communicator who thrives when working in a close-knit team;
• Be focused on collaboration, using feedback to make our resources the best they can be;
• Have detailed knowledge of your chosen subject within the Curriculum for Excellence;
• Be confident at creating resources for the Senior Phase, as well as the BGE;
• Have an excellent understanding of the needs of Scottish teachers and support staff delivering learning within the classroom or at home;

We're interested in anyone who meets the following: 

• Minimum of 3 years recent secondary teaching experience in your chosen subject and also the BGE and Senior Phase within the Curriculum for Excellence; 

• Qualifications: PGDE, BEd or equivalent;
• Access to a fast and reliable internet connection.

Benefits

In return for everything you can bring, we can offer you an exciting role in a fast-growing and dynamic business, with plenty of career opportunities.

Here’s a couple of the things that make Twinkl a great place to be:

• A friendly, welcoming and supportive culture. We believe work should be fun and always put people before process
• Diversity, inclusion and belonging - our Employee Network Program includes working groups for LGBTQ+, People of Colour, Disabilities (visible and invisible), Women in Tech and Working Parents.
• From day 1 - Westfield Health, 29 annual leave days per year (pro-rata) plus up to four additional days that may be awarded each year by the company, flexible working policy with opportunities to work from home and Twinkl subscriptions.
• After probation - company sick pay and cycle to work scheme.
• Long term service award - Life insurance, enhanced pension contribution, enhanced maternity pay, enhanced adoption pay and enhanced paternity pay.

Our Recruitment Process: