Cover Teacher- Various Subjects

Vision for Education Ltd; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Competitive daily pay rates

Professional development

Dedicated education consultant

Job summary

Vision for Education is recruiting qualified Cover Teachers to work across a range of subjects in secondary schools across Stoke-on-Trent. You will deliver pre-prepared lessons, support student learning, and adapt to different school environments.

This flexible role suits teachers seeking day-to-day supply, short-term placements, or longer-term opportunities with ongoing professional development and support from a dedicated consultant.

Qualifications

• QTS is essential for the role.
• Experience in secondary schools and delivering lessons.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-prepared lessons across multiple subjects.
• Teach and supervise students in Key Stages 3 and 4; KS5 where available.
• Maintain a positive learning environment and manage behaviour.

Skills

QTS

Secondary school

Classroom management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Are you a qualified teacher with QTS looking for flexible and rewarding work in secondary schools? Do you enjoy delivering engaging lessons and supporting students across a range of subjects?

Vision for Education are currently recruiting enthusiastic and dedicated Cover Teachers with QTS to work across various subjects in secondary schools throughout Stoke-on-Trent.

About the role

As a Cover Teacher, you will deliver pre-prepared lessons across a variety of subjects in the absence of the regular classroom teacher. You will ensure continuity of learning, maintain a positive classroom environment, manage behaviour effectively, and keep students focused and engaged with their work.

This role is ideal for teachers seeking flexible supply work, a better work-life balance, or the opportunity to gain experience in different school environments. Whether you're looking for day-to-day supply, short-term placements, or longer-term opportunities, Vision for Education can support your career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-prepared lessons across a variety of subjects in line with school requirements.
• Teach and supervise students across Key Stages 3 and 4, with Key Stage 5 opportunities where available.
• Maintain a positive, focused, and productive learning environment.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
• Ensure students understand and complete the work provided.
• Adapt confidently to different schools, classes, subjects, and teaching environments.
• Support students' learning, progress, and development.
• Work collaboratively with school staff to ensure continuity of learning.

About the school

You will have the opportunity to work across a variety of mainstream secondary schools throughout Stoke-on-Trent, including smaller community schools and larger academies.

These schools offer supportive working environments with established behaviour policies, clear expectations, and a commitment to student progress and achievement.

Whether you prefer day-to-day supply or are interested in longer-term placements, there are opportunities to suit your availability and experience.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - essential.
• Experience working in a secondary school setting.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Confidence teaching and supervising students across a range of subjects.
• Flexibility and adaptability when working across different schools.
• A genuine commitment to students' learning and development.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• The Right to Work in the UK.

Why work for Vision for Education

• Flexible work to suit your lifestyle and commitments.
• Opportunities across a variety of secondary schools in Stoke-on-Trent.
• Competitive daily pay rates.
• Day-to-day, short-term, and long-term teaching opportunities.
• Potential permanent opportunities.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Support from a dedicated education consultant throughout your journey.

About Vision for Education

Vision For Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Vision for Education offer

As a valued employee of Vision For Education, you will receive: