Cover teacher

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Tenterden; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Choose days to work

Opportunities across Tenterden

Job summary

JAM Recruitment Ltd is sourcing Cover Teachers to support secondary schools in Tenterden and surrounding areas. The role involves delivering pre-set lessons, managing classrooms, and supporting student learning with flexible hours and a September 2026 start.

Qualified Teachers with QTS or experienced education professionals are encouraged to apply. Roles offer flexible schedules, with the option to work full-time or part-time to suit commitments.

Qualifications

• Qualified teachers with QTS or equivalent classroom experience.
• Experience working with secondary-aged students is preferred.
• Strong classroom management and adaptable approach are essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-prepared lessons across a range of subjects.
• Manage classroom behaviour and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Support students with their learning and provide feedback to staff.
• Take registers and follow school procedures.
• Ensure students remain engaged and focused during lessons.
• Be adaptable to flexible working arrangements across Tenterden area.

Skills

Classroom management

Flexible / adaptable

Confidence with subjects

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience with secondary students

Job description

A Cover teacher position is available in Tenterden, Kent, offering a daily rate of £130-£160. This temporary contract provides flexible hours, accommodating full-time or part-time schedules, with the role commencing in September 2026. Working through Teach South, you will support secondary schools across Tenterden and its surrounding areas. Your primary duty involves delivering pre-set lesson plans and maintaining a constructive classroom atmosphere. We seek qualified teachers, cover supervisors, or seasoned education professionals who are dependable and self-assured. Whether you desire consistent work or need to align teaching with other commitments, these flexible arrangements can adapt to your needs.

Cover Teacher – Flexible Opportunities in Tenterden

Are you a qualified teacher, cover supervisor or experienced education professional looking for flexible work in Tenterden? We are working with secondary schools in the Tenterden and surrounding areas who are looking for reliable and confident Cover Teachers to support their classrooms. Whether you're looking for regular work or want to fit teaching around your existing commitments, we can offer flexible opportunities to suit you.

Cover Teacher – Tenterden

Location: Tenterden, Kent

Pay: £130-£160 per day

Job Type: Flexible / Full or Part-Time

Start Date: September 2026

The role

As a Cover Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering lessons using the work provided by the class teacher and maintaining a positive learning environment.

• Delivering pre-prepared lessons across a range of subjects
• Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining a positive learning environment
• Supporting students with their learning
• Taking registers and following school procedures
• Providing feedback to school staff where appropriate
• Ensuring students remain engaged and focused throughout the lesson

We would like to hear from you if you have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), or relevant classroom/education experience
• Experience working with secondary-aged students
• Strong classroom management skills
• Confidence working across different subjects
• A calm, professional and adaptable approach
• The ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
• Experienced Cover Supervisors and unqualified teachers are also encouraged to apply, depending on experience.

Why work with us?

• £130-£160 per day
• Flexible working to suit your availability
• Opportunities in schools across Tenterden and surrounding areas
• Choose the days you want to work
• Support from a dedicated education recruitment team
• Opportunities for both short-term and longer-term placements
• Competitive rates of pay

If you're looking for a flexible role where you can make a real difference in the classroom, we'd love to hear from you.