Cover Primary Teacher

Smart Teachers; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is looking for a Primary Cover Teacher to provide quality teaching during absences. The ideal candidate will have QTS and experience in primary education across EYFS, KS1, and KS2. Responsibilities include maintaining high classroom standards and adapting teaching to various needs. Offer includes weekly pay, guaranteed pay scheme, and professional training. Great opportunity for a flexible, enthusiastic teacher committed to student wellbeing.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates paid weekly

Guaranteed pay scheme

Pension contributions

FREE professional development training

Dedicated consultant support

Generous referral bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience in EYFS, KS1, and/or KS2 is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality cover teaching across EYFS, KS1, and/or KS2.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Maintain high expectations for pupil behaviour and achievement.
• Adapt teaching methods to suit different year groups and abilities.
• Follow school policies for safeguarding and behaviour management.

Skills

Commitment

Flexibility

Enthusiasm

Classroom management

Adaptability

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

We are seeking a flexible and enthusiastic Primary Cover Teacher to provide high-quality teaching and learning across the school during teacher absences. The Primary Cover Teacher will uphold school policies, support pupil wellbeing, and ensure high expectations for behaviour and learning at all times.

About the role

This position is ideal for a committed and reliable teacher who enjoys variety, can confidently teach across different year groups, and is passionate about supporting children s learning and development.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality cover teaching across EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2 as required.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment.
• Maintain high expectations for pupil behaviour, engagement, and achievement.
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet the needs of different year groups and abilities.
• Follow school policies and procedures, including safeguarding and behaviour management.

About the school

• A welcoming and inclusive primary school with a strong sense of community.
• Committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment.
• High expectations for pupil behaviour, achievement, and well-being.
• Dedicated and supportive staff team who work collaboratively.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Cover Primary Teacher you will:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching in a primary school setting (EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2)

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• QTS

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Kardelen Altindag or email.