General Cover Teacher

Protocol Education; Durham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Free training courses

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Protocol Education are recruiting General Cover Teachers to support schools across County Durham with immediate start options. This role offers both full-time and part-time opportunities suitable for skilled classroom practitioners.

You will deliver pre-planned lessons across KS3–KS5, maintain a positive learning environment, and ensure continuity of learning when teachers are absent. A QTS or equivalent qualification is essential, with a commitment to pupil wellbeing and inclusive practice.

Qualifications

• Must hold QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching across KS3-KS5 welcomed.
• Capable of delivering pre-planned lessons across a range of subjects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons and maintain positive classroom environments.
• Ensure continuity of learning during teacher absences.
• Adapt teaching across a range of subjects to meet pupil needs.

Skills

QTS

Lesson delivery

Adapt teaching

KS3-KS5 experience

Student wellbeing focus

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

General Cover Teacher

County Durham | Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available | Immediate Start

Protocol Education are currently recruiting General Cover Teachers to work within a number of welcoming and supportive schools across County Durham.

Our partner schools are committed to providing high-quality education and creating inclusive learning environments where every pupil can achieve their full potential. With strong leadership teams, excellent staff support, and a focus on student wellbeing, these schools offer rewarding opportunities for dedicated teaching professionals.

This is an excellent opportunity for a General Cover Teacher to work with pupils across KS3 - KS5

The Role

Position: General Cover Teacher

Location: County Durham

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: Full-time and part-time positions available

Age Range: KS3-KS5

Experience: Primary and/or Secondary teaching experience welcomed

Essential: QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

As a General Cover Teacher, you will deliver pre-planned lessons, maintain positive classroom environments, and ensure continuity of learning during teacher absences. Opportunities are available on a daily, short-term, and long-term basis.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for enthusiastic and committed teachers who:

• Hold QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) and/or a relevant teaching qualification
• Are passionate about helping every pupil succeed, regardless of background or ability
• Can deliver engaging and well-structured lessons across a range of subjects
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet individual learning needs
• Have experience working with pupils with SEMH and/or ASD
• Build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, and parents
• Demonstrate resilience, professionalism, and a commitment to pupil wellbeing
• Are keen to develop their skills and engage in ongoing professional development

What Protocol Education Can Offer

• Competitive daily rates of pay
• Access to CPD and professional development programmes
• Free training courses and webinars
• Refer-a-Friend Scheme
• CV and career support
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Opportunities in a wide range of Primary, Secondary, and Specialist Provision settings
• Ongoing support for ECTs and experienced teachers alike

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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