Pay: From £155 per day (paid to scale) Contract: Full-time or part-time | Long-term | Supply | Temp-to-perm
Zen Educate is partnering with secondary schools across Birmingham to recruit teachers and pastoral staff for a wide range of positions.
We support schools with subject teaching roles across the full secondary curriculum, as well as pastoral and student support positions. Using our app-based platform, you can choose the type of work that suits your skills and availability — whether that’s leading lessons in your specialist subject, providing general cover, or supporting students’ wellbeing and behaviour across a year group.
Current Opportunities Include
Teaching Roles (KS3–KS5):
- English, Maths and Science
- Humanities (History, Geography, RE)
- Modern Foreign Languages
- PE
- Design Technology, Art and Creative subjects
- Computing and Business
- General cover and subject-specific posts
Pastoral & Support Roles:
- Head of Year / Assistant Head of Year
- Pastoral Manager
- Behaviour Mentor
- Inclusion Support
- Secondary Learning Support roles
Positions are available on a daily supply, long-term and temp-to-perm basis, depending on your preference and experience.
Responsibilities May Include
- Delivering engaging lessons aligned with the national curriculum
- Managing classroom behaviour and creating positive learning environments
- Supporting student wellbeing, attendance and engagement
- Monitoring academic progress and contributing to intervention strategies
- Working closely with SLT, SEND and safeguarding teams
What We’re Looking For
- QTS (for teaching roles) or relevant secondary school experience
- Experience working in UK secondary settings
- Strong behaviour management and communication skills
- A proactive and adaptable approach
- Commitment to supporting both academic achievement and student development
This opportunity suits experienced secondary teachers, ECTs seeking consistent placements, and education professionals looking to move into pastoral or wider school-based roles.
Why Work Through Zen
Zen Educate offers a flexible, transparent alternative to traditional supply agencies.
- Pay to scale from £155 per day (teaching roles)
- Clear booking process managed through the app
- Control over the roles and schools you accept
- Ongoing support from a dedicated team
- Opportunities to transition into permanent secondary school positions
If you are searching for secondary teaching jobs in Birmingham, pastoral roles in secondary schools, or flexible KS3–KS5 supply work, apply today and find the right fit through Zen.
Ref. IND-ST-BIR-SEC-TEACHER
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temp to perm
Pay: From £155.00 per day
Work Location: On the road