North Devon (Barnstaple, Bideford, Ilfracombe & surrounding areas)Full-time / Part-time / Flexible supplySecondary Schools | Via Teaching Personnel

Are you a passionate educator looking for your next opportunity in North Devon? Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting for a range of exciting secondary school roles across the region, including PE Teacher, Science Teacher, Maths Teacher and Cover Supervisor positions.

With a variety of flexible and long-term opportunities available, this is the perfect time to join a supportive network of schools and make a real impact in the classroom. Schools across Devon are actively seeking adaptable and committed staff to support their students and maintain high-quality education.

Inspire students to lead active, healthy lifestyles while delivering engaging PE lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4. Opportunities to get involved in extracurricular sport and school teams.

Deliver dynamic and engaging lessons across Biology, Chemistry, or Physics. Help students develop curiosity and a strong understanding of scientific concepts.

Support students in building confidence and problem-solving skills in Mathematics. Teach across KS3 and KS4, with potential opportunities for KS5.

Perfect for graduates or those looking to gain experience in education. Deliver pre-set lessons, manage classroom behaviour, and support student engagement—no planning required.

Across these positions, you will:

• Deliver engaging and structured lessons (or supervise pre-set work as a Cover Supervisor)
• Maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Support student progress and wellbeing
• Adapt to different school settings where required
• Uphold safeguarding and school policies at all times

Flexible opportunities are available, including day-to-day supply, long-term placements, and potential permanent roles.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) for teaching roles (ECTs welcome to apply)
• Strong subject knowledge (for specialist teaching roles)
• Confidence in managing a classroom environment
• Adaptability and a positive, proactive attitude
• Experience working with young people (essential for Cover Supervisor roles)

• Flexible work to suit your lifestyle and availability
• Opportunities across a range of local secondary schools
• Pathways into long-term and permanent roles
• Ongoing CPD and professional development
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

Teaching Personnel works closely with schools across North Devon to provide high-quality staff and support positive outcomes for students

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.