Cover Teacher

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Winchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is seeking a Cover Teacher in Winchester to deliver lessons and support students in schools. The role offers flexible work and requires experience with children along with a commitment to safeguarding. The position is suitable for those looking to gain valuable classroom experience while being well-supported by education consultants.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate of pay

Flexible work opportunities

Support from experienced education consultants

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or in a school setting is desirable.
• Reliable and proactive approach required.
• Enhanced DBS registered on the update service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lesson content and supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Ensure students remain focused and engaged in learning activities.
• Support classroom management and maintain a positive learning environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Adaptability

Education

Degree in Education or UK teaching qualification

Job description

Overview

Cover Teacher – Secondary School – Winchester, Hampshire
Start Date: Immediate | Contract Type: Full-Time, Adhoc basis
Salary: £90 – £140 per day (Depending on experience)

Do you want a rewarding role in education that offers flexibility and valuable classroom experience?

GSL Education are seeking enthusiastic Cover Teachers to join secondary mainstream schools in Winchester on an adhoc, full-time basis starting immediately.

In this role, you will be responsible for delivering lessons, supervising classes, and supporting students’ learning in the absence of the regular teacher. You will work closely with school staff to maintain a positive, structured, and engaging learning environment. This position is ideal for teachers seeking flexible work or students aspiring to build a career in education.

Your Responsibilities

• Deliver lesson content and supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher
• Ensure students remain focused and engaged in learning activities
• Support classroom management and maintain a positive learning environment
• Follow pre-prepared lesson plans and school instructions
• Monitor student behaviour and report any issues to relevant staff
• Assist in supporting students’ academic and social development
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and productive classroom culture
• Work collaboratively with teachers and school staff to ensure continuity of learning

Cover Teacher Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or in a school setting as a Cover Teacher or similar is desirable
• Reliable, adaptable, and proactive approach
• A degree in Education or UK teaching qualification is desirable
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare
• Enhanced DBS registered on the update service or willingness to apply via GSL Education

Why Join GSL

• Competitive daily rate of pay
• Flexible, adhoc work opportunities
• Support from experienced education consultants
• Transparent and ethical recruitment practices

If you are motivated to support students and want a flexible role in a mainstream secondary school in Winchester, we would love to hear from you.

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.

For more information or to register your interest in the Cover Teacher role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.