Cover Teacher

Amplify Education, Inc.; Stroud; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced CPD

Paid induction

Employee assistance

Free parking

Cycle scheme

DBS check paid

Eye tests

Pension enrollment

Continuous service recognition

Job summary

Amplify Education, Inc. is seeking a Cover Teacher for Charlton Wood Primary Academy in the Bristol area. The role is fixed-term and full-time, with a salary of £38,400 per year (actual) and start as soon as possible.

The position is based at Charlton Boulevard, Patchway, Bristol, with a 31st August 2027 end date for the fixed term. The successful candidate will demonstrate passion for teaching, strong classroom practice, reflective approaches, collaborative work with the Trust, adaptability

Qualifications

• is passionate about teaching and learning and committed to continually developing their practice
• can demonstrate strong classroom teaching that leads to positive outcomes for all pupils
• is reflective and able to use evidence-informed approaches to improve their teaching
• enjoys working collaboratively and learning from colleagues across the school and Trust
• is adaptable and confident teaching across different classes and year groups
• builds strong relationships quickly with pupils and maintains high expectations
• is committed to going the extra mile for pupils and their families

Responsibilities

• is passionate about teaching and learning and committed to continually developing their practice
• can demonstrate strong classroom teaching that leads to positive outcomes for all pupils
• is reflective and able to use evidence-informed approaches to improve their teaching
• enjoys working collaboratively and learning from colleagues across the school and Trust
• is adaptable and confident teaching across different classes and year groups
• builds strong relationships quickly with pupils and maintains high expectations
• is committed to going the extra mile for pupils and their families

Job description

Cover Teacher at Charlton Wood Primary Academy

Job Reference: EDV/2026/CWPA/07653

Job Category: Teaching & Lecturing | Primary

Location: Charlton Boulevard, Patchway, Bristol, Gloucestershire, BS34 5BN

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Contract Term: Full-Time

Salary: £38,400.00 Annually (Actual)

Grade: M3

Fixed Term End Date: Tue 31st Aug, 2027

Closing Date: Midday, Fri 6th Nov, 2026

Start Date: As soon as possible

Positions Available: 1

Interview Date(s): Friday 13 November 2026

subject to possible change

School Tour available: Monday 2 November - please contact the school directly to arrange a tour.

We are looking for a teacher who:

• is passionate about teaching and learning and committed to continually developing their practice
• can demonstrate strong classroom teaching that leads to positive outcomes for all pupils
• is reflective and able to use evidence-informed approaches to improve their teaching
• enjoys working collaboratively and learning from colleagues across the school and Trust
• is adaptable and confident teaching across different classes and year groups
• builds strong relationships quickly with pupils and maintains high expectations
• is committed to going the extra mile for pupils and their families

We offer:

• Enhanced CPD, including access to professional networks across the Trust
• Paid induction and training suited to the role
• Confidential access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Free parking
• Use of the Cycle Scheme
• Paid completion of a DBS check
• Free eye tests (where the employee is desk-based)
• Where eligible, automatic enrolment to the relevant pension scheme
• Honouring of continuous service earned in the Local Authority

Fluency Duty

This role has been identified as falling within the definition of requiring fluency in spoken English. You will be required to speak English with confidence and be able to conduct a conversation and answer questions for extended periods of time.

Safeguarding Statement

Amplify Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance. Our policy and practice is in line with the Department for Education's 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' most recent Guidance. We ensure that all appropriate measures are applied in relation to everyone who works for the Trust who is likely to be perceived by the children as a safe and trustworthy adult. Safer recruitment practice includes scrutinising applicants, online checks, verifying identity and academic or vocational qualifications, obtaining professional and character references, checking previous employment history and ensuring that a candidate has the health and physical capacity for the job.