General Cover Teacher

Randstad Education; Bradford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Bradford seeks an adaptable General Cover Teacher to deliver pre-prepared lessons in a dynamic secondary school from September 2025. This full-time position involves maintaining student engagement and upholding behaviour policies. Candidates must have QTS, experience with ages 11-16, and the right to work in the UK. The role offers a supportive team atmosphere and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Opportunities for training and long-term career growth

Competitive daily rates

Refer a Friend scheme - earn a £300 voucher

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK.
• Prior experience working with students aged 11-16.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons in a range of subjects across KS3 and KS4.
• Keep students focused, motivated, and engaged.
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet a variety of learning needs.

Skills

Strong behaviour and classroom management

Confident and clear communication

Ability to quickly adapt to different subject content and classroom settings

Resilience and flexibility under pressure

Calm and professional approach

Skilled at building relationships with students and staff

High level of organisation and punctuality

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Job description

Do you thrive on variety and enjoy stepping into different classrooms to make a difference every day?

Can you confidently lead learning across a wide range of subjects and year groups?

Are you adaptable, resilient, and ready to support students in a dynamic secondary school environment?

About the Role

A vibrant and forward-thinking secondary school in Bradford is seeking a committed and versatile General Cover Teacher to join their team from September 2025. This full-time position involves delivering pre-prepared lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, ensuring students remain on track during teacher absence. The role offers a chance to contribute to a school community that values both academic achievement and personal development.

About the School

This large and inclusive school is known for its strong focus on enterprise, future employability skills, and character education. Staff are supported by a dedicated leadership team and benefit from robust CPD opportunities. The school takes pride in fostering a culture of high expectations, personal responsibility, and mutual respect-providing a purposeful environment for both learners and educators to thrive.

Essential Requirements

• QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or a recognised teaching qualification
• Right to work in the UK
• Prior experience working with students aged 11-16
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)

Key Skills and Attributes

• Strong behaviour and classroom management
• Confident and clear communication
• Ability to quickly adapt to different subject content and classroom settings
• Resilience and flexibility under pressure
• A calm and professional approach
• Skilled at building relationships with students and staff
• High level of organisation and punctuality

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons in a range of subjects across KS3 and KS4
• Keep students focused, motivated, and engaged in the absence of their regular teacher
• Uphold the school's behaviour and safeguarding policies
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet a variety of learning needs
• Support student progress through effective classroom supervision
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and respectful classroom environment
• Deal with any behaviour issues promptly and fairly
• Liaise with department heads and pastoral staff where necessary
• Report safeguarding or well-being concerns appropriately
• Encourage enthusiasm and effort in every lesson

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive team atmosphere
• Opportunities for training and long-term career growth
• A chance to make a daily impact in a diverse, community-focused school
• Competitive daily rates and professional benefits
• Access to a Refer a Friend scheme - earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (T&Cs apply)

Keen to inspire and support young people across a broad curriculum? Click "Apply Now" to submit your application for this General Cover Teacher role. To find out more, contact us at [e-mail] or call 0113 246 2500 to speak with our Secondary Team.