General Cover Teacher

Randstad Education; Sutton Coldfield; Hybrid; GBP 25,830 - 33,210; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Total flexibility in work schedule

No take-home work responsibilities

Weekly pay

Networking opportunities with schools

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency seeks a General Cover Teacher in Sutton Coldfield to provide support across various subjects. Ideal for qualified teachers wanting flexibility without the burden of planning or marking. Responsibilities include delivering lessons as set, managing classroom behavior, and assisting students as needed. This role offers competitive pay and a chance to network with local schools. Enjoy total flexibility on your working days while making a positive impact in the classroom.

Qualifications

• Qualified teachers with QTS or QTLS, Early Career Teachers are welcome.
• Ability to quickly adapt to different lesson plans and deliver with confidence.
• Excellent classroom management skills and fast rapport building with students.
• Punctual and professional with a readiness to begin immediately.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lessons according to planned work and support students in completing tasks.
• Maintain high standards of behavior in accordance with school policy.
• Provide individual or group support to students needing assistance.
• Leave a clear handover note for the returning teacher regarding students' progress.

Skills

Classroom management skills

Adaptability

Reliability

Ability to engage students

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teacher Learning Status (QTLS)

Job description

General Cover Teacher | The Classroom Expert (KS3 & KS4)

Role: Daily & Short-Term General Cover

Location: Sutton Coldfield & Surrounding Areas

Salary: £140 - £180 Per Day (Depending on Experience)

Contract: Fixed Term

Thrive on variety? We need your expertise.

Are you a qualified teacher who loves the classroom but wants to leave the planning and marking behind? We are looking for a General Cover Teacher to support our partner secondary schools in Tamworth. This is the perfect role for someone who can walk into any classroom, command attention, and deliver a high-quality lesson across any subject.

Whether you are covering a morning of Humanities or an afternoon of Art, you are the professional who ensures the school day runs smoothly and students stay on track.

What's in it for you?

• Total Flexibility: Choose the days you want to work. Perfect for work-life balance or fitting around other commitments.
• No "Take-Home" Work: Walk out at the end of the day with no marking, no planning, and no data entry.
• Weekly Pay: Competitive daily rates paid every Friday via Randstad.
• Networking: Get to know various schools in the Tamworth area great way to find a permanent "home" if you choose to later on.

The Ideal "Classroom Lead"

We want to hear from you if you:

• Are Qualified: You hold QTS or QTLS (Early Career Teachers are welcome!).
• Are Adaptable: You can quickly digest a lesson plan and deliver it with confidence, regardless of the subject.
• Have Presence: You have excellent classroom management skills and can build a quick rapport with students you've just met.
• Are Reliable: You are punctual, professional, and ready to hit the ground running.

Your Core Responsibilities

• Deliver: Follow the set work left by the permanent teacher, ensuring students understand and complete the tasks.
• Manage: Maintain high standards of behaviour in line with the school's policy.
• Support: Offer 1:1 or group assistance to students who need extra help with the set work.
• Liaise: Leave a clear handover note for the returning teacher so they know exactly how the students progressed.

Ready to Apply?

If you want the variety of teaching without the paperwork, let's talk!

Click "Apply Now" to start your application or email Robbie Day at [e-mail]