Middle school teacher / Dorchester

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Flexible working opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

Free CPD opportunities

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is working with a supportive middle school in Dorchester seeking a dedicated General Cover Teacher to join their team. You will cover planned and unplanned absences across KS2, delivering engaging lessons and maintaining high standards of learning.

The ideal candidate will have QTS, strong KS2 experience, a flexible approach, excellent classroom management, and the ability to work with staff and pupils. This role offers flexible start dates and competitive daily pay.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Strong KS2 teaching experience.
• Ability to cover multiple subjects/classes.
• Excellent classroom management.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons across classes as required.
• Follow existing lesson plans and ensure learning objectives are met.
• Manage classroom behaviour and create a positive learning environment.
• Support pupils' academic progress and wellbeing.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and the wider school community.

Skills

Classroom management

KS2 experience

QTS or equivalent

Flexible & reliable

Adaptability

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

General Cover Teacher - Middle School

Dorchester, Dorset
Full-Time | Flexible Start Date
KS2 Experience Preferred

Are you a confident and adaptable teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity in a welcoming middle school environment? Teaching Personnel is working with a supportive middle school in Dorchester seeking a dedicated General Cover Teacher to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced teacher who enjoys variety in their role and is passionate about maintaining high standards of learning across Key Stage 2. You will play a key part in ensuring continuity of education by covering planned and unplanned staff absences across a range of subjects and year groups.

The Role

• Deliver engaging lessons across various classes as required
• Follow existing lesson plans and ensure learning objectives are met
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively and create a positive learning environment
• Support pupils' academic progress and wellbeing
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and the wider school community

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Strong experience teaching within Key Stage 2
• Confident covering a variety of subjects and classes
• Excellent classroom management skills
• Flexible, reliable and able to build positive relationships quickly
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates of pay
• Flexible working opportunities
• Ongoing support from your dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant
• Access to free CPD and professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to gain experience within a well-regarded local middle school

This friendly Dorchester school prides itself on fostering a supportive atmosphere where both pupils and staff can thrive. You'll be joining a collaborative team committed to delivering an excellent educational experience for all learners.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.

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.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

All applicants will be subject to thorough safeguarding and vetting checks.

We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with 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 all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training.

All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.