Cover Teacher

TN United Kingdom; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Cover Teachers to join their supportive network across Somerset. This role offers the flexibility of full-time or part-time work, allowing educators to focus solely on teaching without the burden of planning or marking. You'll be stepping into diverse classrooms, engaging with students who have special educational needs, and making a meaningful impact in their learning journeys. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and support, this opportunity is perfect for both qualified and unqualified teachers looking to enrich their careers in a dynamic educational environment.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

No Planning or Marking

Supportive Work Environment

Access to Guarantee Pay Scheme

Interview Preparation Support

Statutory Employment Rights

Qualifications

• Experience in mainstream or SEN teaching settings.
• Ability to manage classroom behaviour effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across various classes.
• Focus on pupil engagement and behaviour support.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Behaviour Management

Adaptability

Support for SEND

Team Collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Experience in SEN Settings

Job description

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Contract: Full time or Part time - Flexible/Ad-Hoc

Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 15:30, term time only

Salary: £120 - £160 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)

We are working closely with a number of specialist schools in and around Somerset who are looking to expand their network of skilled and reliable Cover Teachers. These inclusive and supportive settings cater for students with a range of additional needs, including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH), Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD/SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) and complex needs.

As demand continues to grow, schools are seeking adaptable teachers who can step into pre-planned cover roles across different age groups and learning needs. Whether you’re looking for full-time consistency or part-time flexibility, we can offer opportunities that suit your availability and experience.

About the role:

As a Cover Teacher, you will take the lead in delivering pre-planned lessons across a variety of classes, ensuring continuity of learning during teacher absence. There’s no planning or marking required - your focus will be on classroom delivery, pupil engagement and behaviour support.

You’ll be a valued member of the team, stepping into a range of classrooms and becoming a trusted, go-to figure across the school community.

We’re looking for educators who:

• Have teaching experience (qualified or unqualified in mainstream or SEN settings)
• Are confident managing behaviour and promoting a calm, consistent learning environment
• Can adapt quickly to different classes, age groups and learning needs
• Are passionate about supporting students with SEND and/or SEMH
• Thrive in a varied, fast-paced environment with a strong team ethos

Why this role could work for you:

• Great flexibility - choose full time or part-time work that suits your lifestyle
• No planning or marking - focus purely on teaching and making a difference
• Work across a variety of specialist settings
• Build meaningful experience in schools
• Supportive, well-resourced schools with strong values and inclusive ethos

Whether you’re a qualified teacher looking for variety or an experienced unqualified educator with a passion for SEN, this role offers an excellent opportunity to make a genuine impact in specialist education.

Working with Long-term Teachers:

We are an independent agency working with Nurseries, Primary, Secondary and Special Schools.

LTT was founded with the aim of creating a genuine, transparent and straightforward service to help candidates secure their next role. We place a huge emphasis on delivering an exceptional service where you will be supported, listened to and valued throughout.

Your dedicated consultant will invest time to understand your experience, skill-set and what your ideal role looks like. You will have frequent updates with your progress through compliance, applications for specific roles as well as receiving additional information on roles which we feel may be of interest to you.

We are proud members of the REC and we have the highest standard of compliance. Working with us means you will get the very best support and guidance through the clearance process from your own specific point of contact from our in-house compliance team.

In addition you will receive:

• Guarantee Pay Scheme opportunities
• Permanent job roles
• Support and advice during the clearance and onboarding process
• Working to Agency Workers Regulations
• Interview preparation, advice and support
• Statutory employment rights, such as; sick pay, holiday pay, maternity and paternity pay