Floater Teacher – Qur’an, Islamic Studies, and Etiquettes and Ethics

Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK.

Muslim Community and Education Centre (MCEC), Palmers Green Mosque

Position: Floater Teacher

Subjects: Qur’an, Islamic Studies, and Etiquettes and Ethics

Working hours: Saturdays during term time, 08:15 am – 12:15 pm

Responsible to: Principal and Heads of Departments (HoDs)

Accountable to: MCEC School Committee, Principal, Heads of Departments, colleagues, parents/guardians, and students

Remuneration: MCEC standard teacher pay

Location: MCEC, Palmers Green Mosque, North London

About MCEC

The Muslim Community and Education Centre (MCEC), Palmers Green Mosque, is a nonprofit charitable trust dedicated to providing a place of worship and educational and social facilities for the local Muslim community in accordance with the teachings of the Holy Qur’an and the Sunnah of Prophet Mohammad (peace be upon him).

MCEC also offers a range of culturally sensitive services to the wider North London community, aiming to enhance quality of life and foster community cohesion.

About the Role

MCEC Saturday School is seeking a dedicated, flexible, and enthusiastic Floater Teacher who can teach across three core subjects: Qur’an, Islamic Studies, and Etiquettes and Ethics.

The primary responsibility of the Floater Teacher is to provide teaching cover when a member of staff is absent or when additional teaching support is required. The successful candidate must be confident in delivering lessons across all three subjects, working with different age groups and abilities, and ensuring that students continue to receive a high standard of education.

We are looking for someone who is proactive, adaptable, organised, and passionate about Islamic education and the development of children’s knowledge, character, and behaviour.

Main Purpose of the Job

The post holder will:

• Create a positive, safe, inclusive, and secure learning environment for students.
• Deliver effective lessons across Qur’an, Islamic Studies, and Etiquettes and Ethics when required.
• Take responsibility for an assigned class during teacher absence or when cover is needed.
• Maintain continuity of learning by following the school curriculum, lesson plans, schemes of work, and approved teaching resources.
• Provide additional support to students and teachers when no immediate cover is required.
• Promote MCEC’s educational objectives, Islamic ethos, and professional standards.
• Work collaboratively with the Principal, Heads of Departments, teachers, and support staff to raise standards of attainment and achievement.
• Identify learning needs and concerns and take appropriate action to support students’ progress and well-being.

Key Responsibilities

1. Flexible Teaching and Class Cover

• Provide teaching cover across all three subjects when teachers are absent, delayed, or temporarily unavailable.
• Deliver lessons in accordance with the relevant curriculum, learning objectives, and schemes of work.
• Follow the absent teacher’s lesson plans and use approved resources wherever possible.
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet different ages, abilities, and learning needs.
• Maintain good classroom management and ensure students remain engaged, safe, and on task.
• Take responsibility for the learning, behaviour, safety, and well-being of the class being covered.
• Liaise with the relevant class teacher or Head of Department before and after cover assignments.
• Record work completed and communicate any concerns or significant observations to the relevant staff member.
• Be prepared to move between classes and year groups in accordance with the school’s needs and the teacher’s competence.

2. Teaching Qur’an

• Teach Qur’an recitation with an emphasis on accurate pronunciation and correct Tajweed.
• Support students in developing fluency, confidence, memorisation, and recitation skills appropriate to their levels.
• Identify areas where students require additional practice and provide constructive feedback.
• Encourage students to show respect for the Qur’an and maintain appropriate learning routines.
• Monitor student progress and communicate any concerns to the relevant teacher or Head of Department.

3. Teaching Islamic Studies

• Teach topics in accordance with the school curriculum, including Tawheed, the Pillars of Islam, the Articles of Faith, Seerah, Fiqh, worship, Islamic history, and other relevant areas.
• Help students develop an age-appropriate understanding of Islamic beliefs, practices, and values.
• Encourage students to reflect on Islamic teachings and apply them in their daily lives.
• Use suitable teaching resources and activities to support understanding and engagement.
• Ensure that the content delivered is accurate, appropriate, and consistent with the school’s approved curriculum.

4. Teaching Etiquettes and Ethics

• Teach Islamic manners, good character, moral values, and personal responsibility.
• Promote honesty, kindness, respect, patience, cleanliness, cooperation, and consideration for others.
• Help students understand their responsibilities towards parents, teachers, peers, the wider community, and the environment.
• Encourage students to follow the example and teachings of Prophet Mohammad (peace be upon him).
• Reinforce positive behaviour and promote respect, discipline, and good conduct throughout the school.

5. Duties When All Teachers Are Present

The Floater Teacher is expected to remain actively involved in teaching and learning even when all scheduled teachers are present. The Principal or designated Head of Department will allocate duties according to the school’s priorities.

These duties may include:

Additional classroom support

• Supporting classes with higher student numbers or additional learning needs.
• Providing small-group or individual support where appropriate and authorised.
• Helping students who are struggling with Qur’an recitation, memorisation, Islamic Studies, or Etiquettes and Ethics.
• Supporting students who have fallen behind or require further explanation and practice.

Revision and enrichment

• Delivering catch-up lessons, revision sessions, and extension activities.
• Providing additional Qur’an recitation and Tajweed practice.
• Helping students prepare for assessments and work towards agreed learning targets.
• Leading approved Islamic quizzes, discussions, and practical learning activities.
• Supporting students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in accordance with agreed plans and guidance.

Curriculum and assessment support

• Preparing worksheets, lesson resources, revision materials, and classroom activities.
• Assisting with lesson planning and the development of schemes of work.
• Supporting marking, assessments, progress tracking, and the identification of learning gaps.
• Reviewing student work and sharing relevant observations with class teachers and Heads of Departments.
• Helping maintain accurate student records and learning resources.

General school support

• Assisting with classroom organisation and educational displays.
• Supporting assemblies, Islamic events, open days, and other school activities.
• Helping teachers prepare resources for future lessons.
• Undertaking other reasonable teaching-related duties assigned by the Principal or designated Head of Department.

The Floater Teacher must follow the school’s timetable and management instructions. Any additional intervention or change to a student’s scheduled lesson must be authorised by the appropriate member of staff.

6. Assessment, Recording, and Reporting

• Assess students’ understanding and progress during lessons and cover sessions.
• Maintain accurate records of work completed and any significant learning or behaviour concerns.
• Provide appropriate feedback to the relevant class teacher or Head of Department following cover assignments.
• Identify students who may benefit from additional support or extension activities.
• Assist with setting learning targets and monitoring progress.
• Contribute to the development and review of teaching resources and schemes of work.
• Communicate with parents and guardians when authorised by the Principal or relevant Head of Department.
• Handle student information confidentially and in accordance with school policies.

7. Leadership, Teamwork, and Communication

• Work collaboratively with the Principal, Heads of Departments, class teachers, and administrative staff.
• Follow instructions and priorities set by the Principal or designated Head of Department.
• Communicate regularly with relevant staff regarding cover arrangements, student progress, classroom needs, and any concerns.
• Contribute to raising teaching standards and improving student achievement.
• Support consistent expectations for behaviour, teaching, assessment, and student welfare across the school.
• Treat all students fairly and with respect and dignity.
• Contribute to an inclusive environment in which every student has the opportunity to learn and progress.

8. Safeguarding, Health, and Safety

• Understand and comply with MCEC’s safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, behaviour, and equal opportunities policies.
• Take responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students.
• Follow school procedures for reporting safeguarding concerns, disclosures, accidents, and incidents promptly to the designated safeguarding lead (DSL) or appropriate member of staff.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with students and families.
• Never promise confidentiality where a safeguarding concern must be reported.
• Ensure students are supervised appropriately and are not left unattended.
• Follow procedures for student collection, movement between classes, and emergency situations.
• Promote equality, inclusion, respect, and protection from discrimination, bullying, neglect, abuse, and exploitation.

9. Professional Conduct and Additional Duties 

• Support the aims, values, and Islamic ethos of MCEC.
• Demonstrate good Islamic manners and professional conduct.
• Set a positive example through appropriate dress, punctuality, attendance, and communication.
• Maintain respectful relationships with students, colleagues, parents, and guardians.
• Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities as required.
• Participate in school events, open days, and other educational activities when requested.
• Follow the school’s staff code of conduct, behaviour policy, and other relevant procedures.
• Undertake other reasonable duties consistent with the nature and level of the role.

Knowledge, Qualifications, and Experience

The successful candidate should have:

•  A recognised and relevant qualification, or demonstrable competence, in Qur’an, and Islamic Studies.
• The ability to recite the Qur’an accurately, with a good standard of Tajweed.
• A sound understanding of Islamic beliefs, practices, and teachings, including Tawheed, the Pillars of Islam, the Articles of Faith, Seerah, Fiqh, and Islamic morals and ethics.
• The ability and confidence to teach Qur’an, Islamic Studies, and Etiquettes and Ethics.
• Experience teaching children in a school, madrasa, or similar educational setting.
• An understanding of child development, learning differences, classroom management, and effective teaching methods.
• The ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English.
• The ability to adapt lessons to different age groups, abilities, and learning needs.
• Good organisational, interpersonal, and record-keeping skills.
• The ability to work independently while following school procedures and management instructions.
• A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, continuous improvement, and the educational aims of MCEC.

Personal Qualities

The ideal candidate will be:

• Flexible and confident in teaching all three subjects.
• Reliable, punctual, and well organised.
• Patient, approachable, and able to build positive relationships with children.
• Confident in managing classes and maintaining appropriate behaviour.
• Proactive in identifying ways to support teaching and learning.
• Respectful of colleagues, students, parents, and the wider community.
• Committed to Islamic values, professional development, and continuous improvement.

Performance Expectations

The effectiveness of the Floater Teacher will be assessed against:

• The ability to provide effective and timely cover across all three subjects.
• Continuity of learning during teacher absences.
• Quality of teaching, lesson preparation, and classroom management.
• Contribution to student progress and targeted learning support.
• Accuracy of records, assessments, and handover notes.
• Positive teamwork, professional conduct, and support for the school’s ethos.

Remuneration and Working Arrangements

• Working hours are 08:15 am to 12:15 pm on Saturdays during term time.
• Remuneration will be in accordance with MCEC’s standard teacher pay arrangements.
• The post holder will work under the direction of the Principal and designated Heads of Departments.
• Duties will be allocated according to staffing requirements, student needs, and school priorities.
• Appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check where required, must be completed before undertaking regulated activity.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about Islamic education, confident in teaching Qur’an, Islamic Studies, and Etiquettes and Ethics, and able to adapt to the changing needs of a Saturday school, we would love to hear from you.

Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK.

Please submit a brief CV outlining your relevant qualifications, teaching experience, and suitability for the role.

Email address: [email protected]

Application deadline: November 7th 2026

MCEC is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment in which every student can develop their Islamic knowledge, character, and potential.

Join MCEC and help nurture the next generation through quality Islamic education.