Cover Teacher

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Filey; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Filey is seeking a Cover Teacher to maintain high-quality learning across secondary classrooms. The role involves delivering pre-planned lessons, managing classroom behavior, and building positive relationships with students. Candidates should possess strong classroom management skills and previous school experience is preferred. This position offers competitive daily rates and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunities for professional growth

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or willingness to apply.
• A full CV covering the last 10 years, with explanations for any gaps.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-prepared lessons to secondary students across various subjects.
• Supervise classes and ensure students remain on task.
• Manage behavior in line with school policies.
• Provide feedback on student progress.
• Build positive relationships with students.
• Adapt to different classroom settings.

Skills

Strong classroom management

Effective communication skills

Ability to adapt quickly

Education

Experience working in a school environment

Job description

Are you a confident and adaptable Cover Teacher ready to maintain high-quality learning across secondary classrooms?

GSL Education are seeking a committed and resourceful Cover Teacher to work across schools in Filey, ensuring continuity of learning in the absence of the usual classroom teacher. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy working in varied environments and can engage students effectively across a range of subjects.

Role Overview:

As a Cover Teacher, you will deliver pre-planned lessons across different subjects, manage classroom behaviour, and create a positive learning environment for all students. No subject specialism is required, but strong classroom management and communication skills are essential.

About the School

Our client school is a thriving secondary setting with a reputation for academic excellence, a cohesive staff team, and a caring approach to education. Based in North Yorkshire’s coastal region, the school is committed to delivering high-quality teaching, promoting constructive behaviour, and offering experiences that motivate students to excel. It is a modern, inclusive, and student-driven community where staff and pupils are supported to succeed.

As a Cover Teacher, you will:

• Deliver pre-prepared lessons to secondary students across a variety of subjects.
• Supervise classes, ensuring students remain on task and engaged.
• Manage behaviour in line with school policies and procedures.
• Provide feedback to the appropriate staff on student progress and lesson outcomes.
• Build positive relationships with students to promote a respectful learning environment.
• Adapt quickly to different classroom settings and school routines.

Requirements for Cover Teacher:

• Previous experience working in a school environment (preferred).
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Confidence in leading whole-class learning across Key Stages.
• Ability to work flexibly and respond calmly in new situations.
• An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• A full CV covering the last 10 years, with explanations for any gaps.

What GSL Education offers:

• Competitive daily rates.
• Flexible working arrangements to suit your schedule.
• Opportunities for professional growth and training.
• Ongoing support and guidance from a dedicated consultant.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

To apply for the role of Cover Teacher, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your CV. A consultant will contact you to discuss your application further.