Dynamic Cover Teacher – Secondary (Long-Term, Sep 2026)

Supply Desk; England; On-site; GBP 25,830 - 29,520; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus £150

Job summary

Supply Desk is seeking a Cover Teacher for a welcoming secondary school in the Shaftesbury area from September 2026. This full-time, long-term role offers a pathway to permanent employment for the right candidate.

You will deliver pre-planned lessons across subjects and year groups, maintaining a positive classroom environment and supporting students to progress. You will join a supportive school community, work with teaching and pastoral teams, and contribute to high standards of teaching and

Qualifications

• QTS is desirable and ECTs are encouraged.
• Experience teaching within a secondary school setting.
• Strong classroom management and effective communication.
• Excellent interpersonal abilities and a proactive approach.
• Commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across a range of subjects and year groups.
• Maintain a positive, productive, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Manage student behaviour in line with the school's policies.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff following lessons.
• Support students to remain engaged and make progress in their learning.
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school.

Skills

Strong classroom management

Excellent communication

Interpersonal abilities

Adaptable

Organised

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Supply Desk is seeking a Cover Teacher for a welcoming secondary school in the Shaftesbury area from September 2026. This full-time, long-term role offers a pathway to permanent employment for the right candidate.

You will deliver pre-planned lessons across subjects and year groups, maintaining a positive classroom environment and supporting students to progress. You will join a supportive school community, work with teaching and pastoral teams, and contribute to high standards of teaching and