Cover Teacher (Maternity)

Teaching Personnel; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment company based in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Cover Teacher for primary classrooms in Leyton, East London. The role requires teaching independently and managing classroom behavior effectively. Applicants should possess strong classroom management skills and have previous experience in a school setting. This full-time position offers the opportunity for long-term engagement, with an emphasis on safeguarding and child welfare.

Benefits

Free child protection and prevent duty training

Support with DBS checks

Qualifications

• Ability to lead a class independently.
• Previous experience in a school setting is desirable.
• Willingness to undergo vetting checks for safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and teach classes in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Maintain a positive classroom environment.
• Adapt teaching methods to different year groups.

Skills

Strong classroom management skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Excellent communication skills

Education

Valid DBS on the Update Service

Previous school-based experience

Job description

Cover Teacher – Primary
Location: Leyton, East London
Salary: Depending on experience
Job Type: Full Time- Term time only

We are seeking a reliable and confident Cover Teacher to support a welcoming primary school in Leyton. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, can quickly build rapport with pupils, and is confident managing a classroom independently.

Job Overview

The main duty of a Cover Teacher is to supervise and teach classes when the regular class teacher is absent, ensuring students remain on task and that learning objectives are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver lessons using plans provided by the class teacher.
• Maintain a positive, focused, and productive classroom environment.
• Ensure students follow instructions, complete set work, and behave appropriately.
• Adapt to different year groups and subjects as needed.
• Liaise with school staff to support pupil learning and share feedback.

Essential Skills & Requirements

• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to lead a class independently.
• Flexibility and adaptability to step into different classrooms at short notice.
• Excellent communication skills for working with pupils and school staff.
• Previous school-based experience is highly desirable.
• A valid DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

Safeguarding

All applicants must be willing to undergo vetting checks as part of the school’s commitment to Safeguarding and Anti-bullying. This will include:

• Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply through us)
• Two recent references (covering the past 24 months)
• Overseas Police Check (if applicable – for candidates who have lived outside the UK for 3+ months in the past 5 years)

if you’re passionate about teaching and ready for your next career step, apply now with your up-to-date CV. A dedicated consultant will be in touch promptly to discuss the next steps. We look forward to hearing from you soon!!

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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