General Cover Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Consultant support

Teaching opportunities across London

Free National College CPD Access

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD is seeking a Cover Teacher for a West London secondary school. The role involves delivering pre-planned lessons across subjects, supervising classes in the absence of the regular teacher, and upholding high standards of behaviour.

The position is full-time, long-term, starts immediately, with pay £170-£210 per day via PAYE and benefits including on-site parking and access to CPD through The National College.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or UK-equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience in a secondary school setting.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly across subjects and year groups.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across a variety of subjects.
• Supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Maintain a safe, positive and productive learning environment.
• Support students in completing work and remaining engaged in learning.
• Follow behaviour policies and school procedures.
• Build positive relationships with students and colleagues.
• Adapt confidently to different subject areas and year groups.
• Promote high standards of behaviour, learning and achievement.

Skills

QTS

Secondary school experience

Classroom management

Communication skills

Adaptability across subjects

Education

Qualified Teacher Status or UK-equivalent

Job description

Cover Teacher

Cover TeacherEaling, West London | Full-time | Long-Term Temporary Position Start Date: Immediate Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm Pay: £170-£210 per day (PAYE)Cover Teacher Opportunity in West London

About the School

Well-established secondary school with a strong focus on inclusion and student achievement.Collaborative staff team committed to maintaining high standards across the curriculum.On-site parking available for staff.

Role Summary

As a Cover Teacher, you will deliver pre-planned lessons and supervise learning across a range of subjects while maintaining high standards of behaviour and engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across a variety of subjects.
• Supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Maintain a safe, positive and productive learning environment.
• Support students in completing work and remaining engaged in learning.
• Follow behaviour policies and school procedures.
• Build positive relationships with students and colleagues.
• Adapt confidently to different subject areas and year groups.
• Promote high standards of behaviour, learning and achievement.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification recognised in the UK.
• Experience working within a secondary school setting.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to adapt quickly across different subjects and year groups.
• A professional, reliable and positive approach.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Pay and Progression

£170-£210 per day, paid weekly via PAYE.

Pay is determined by qualifications, recent UK secondary teaching experience, subject knowledge, classroom management skills and the responsibilities required by the individual assignment.The highest rate of £210 per day is typically available to teachers who can demonstrate substantial secondary teaching experience, a strong track record of effective classroom practice and the ability to confidently deliver lessons across a range of subject areas.

Why Apply?

School Benefits

• Supportive and collaborative school environment.
• Opportunity to work across a range of subjects and year groups.
• Convenient West London location with on-site parking.

Role Benefits

• Variety and flexibility within a single school setting.
• Opportunity to broaden curriculum experience.
• Consistent full-time placement.

Tradewind Recruitment Benefits

• Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella company deductions.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Access to a wide range of teaching opportunities across London.
• Free National College CPD Access

As a Tradewind Recruitment candidate, you'll receive free access to The National College, providing access to over 2,500 CPD courses and webinars.

Recommended courses for this role include:Effective Behaviour Management in Secondary SchoolsAdaptive Teaching StrategiesSafeguarding Children in Education

Required Vetting

• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• Professional reference checks.
• Verification of teaching qualifications and right-to-work documentation.