“If I were to make a list of the best schools in the world, XP would be on that list.” – Ron Berger, Senior Advisor, Expeditionary Learning USA.
If you are a teacher looking for a model of schooling that dares to break the mould, with a richness of texts and relentless focus on literacy across all subjects, and history as the backbone of a multi-disciplinary curriculum, then this might just be for you.
We are looking for great people who want to become even better to join our school.
We are particularly interested in teachers of English and/or History. We are appointing a team of new staff so we will consider applicants from all stages of their teaching careers.
Working at XP Gateshead
You could join our team at the newest of our extraordinary schools: XP Gateshead. Our rigorous 3-D approach develops activism, leadership and equity in our students by creating beautiful work, which develops character and ensures that our children achieve academic success.
XP Gateshead is a new mainstream 11-16 Secondary School that opened in August 2021. We are a deliberately sized school with each year having 50 students, we currently have 200 students in years 7, 8, 9 and 10. We are now recruiting for our fifth year of opening.
We believe a person is judged by their character and the quality of work they produce.. We teach through cross-curricular learning expeditions where students address important guiding questions, making connections between disciplines and across time.
Students contextualise their learning in other disciplines drawing from their knowledge of history and our text-rich curriculum.
Students read, write and speak with authenticity and purpose. Our students are published authors, having created a local history book; every student is an actor, having performed Shakespeare to a public audience; they are changing our community for the better having presented a public health conference making arguments for a motion with clarity and sophisticated oracy skills.
Our children express who they are by personalising their work, and are given time to produce beautiful and meaningful work by following a process of multiple drafts and critique, working towards creating products which are curated in the community and are indistinguishable from the work of professionals, such as podcasts, books, plays, songs, articles, oral histories and much more.
You will join our team of dedicated professionals in an innovative school setting with the purpose of improving life chances for young people in Gateshead. As a part of our team you would also be a Crew Leader for 12-13 students.
Teaching at XP
At XP Trust, our teachers are more than educators; they are creators, leaders, and role models. You will work collaboratively to design and deliver innovative, interdisciplinary learning expeditions that inspire students to think deeply, work courageously, and act with integrity. We expect you to set high standards for both academic excellence and character development, guiding students to craft beautiful, meaningful work that leaves a lasting impact on their community and the world. As a member of our Crew, you’ll foster a culture of teamwork, equity, and belonging, embodying the values of respect, craftsmanship, and compassion every day.
Joining XP Trust means becoming part of a community that does things differently. We believe education is about more than passing exams – it’s about shaping thoughtful, capable, and kind individuals who are ready to change the world. Here, you’ll collaborate with passionate colleagues to create groundbreaking learning experiences, supported by a culture that prioritises personal growth and professional development. If you want to teach in a school where your creativity is valued, your work makes a difference, and you can be part of something bigger than yourself, XP Trust is the place for you.
This role is based at our school in Gateshead however there is an expectation that colleagues will travel to XP Doncaster for continued professional development from time to time as necessary. There is an extensive induction process when joining our Trust.
XP Gateshead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced check via the Disclosure and Barring Service .
If you would like any further information please contact us by email at [email protected] or by telephone on 0191 481 4360.
All application forms should be returned directly to [email protected] before Monday 10th February @ 8am. Interviews will take place between Wednesday 12th and Friday 14th February.
Position: Humanities Teacher
Pay Scale: Main Scale
Hours: Full time
Deadline for Applications: 10th February 2025 – 8am
Interview Date: 12th – 14th February 2025
Start Date: 2nd June 2025