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Randstad Education; Northam; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Dedicated Local Consultant

Refer-a-Friend Scheme

Free Training

Job summary

Randstad Education Devon seeks English Teacher/General Cover Supervisor in Okehampton and surrounding areas. You will deliver engaging English lessons across KS3/KS4 and provide general cover across other subjects, with term-time hours 08:30–15:30. September 2026 start, with day-to-day supply or long-term placements available.

QTS is essential; ECTs welcomed. Weekly pay and dedicated local support accompany this role, with CPD opportunities and a Refer-a-Friend scheme.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification (QTLS with SET acceptable).
• Strong classroom management and ability to adapt to different schools.
• Enhanced DBS check (Update Service) or willingness to apply for a new one.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging English Language and Literature lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Provide high-quality general cover across other subject areas when required.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
• For long-term roles: plan, prepare resources, assess pupil work, and participate in progress meetings.

Skills

Classroom management

Adaptability

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Job description

English Teacher / General Cover Teacher - Okehampton & Surrounding Areas

Job Title: English Teacher & General Cover Supervisor

Location: Okehampton and surrounding areas (including Hatherleigh, Holsworthy, Tavistock - EX20 & PL20 Postcodes)

Salary: £130 - £160 per day for day-to-day supply (Paid to scale for long-term placements including planning/marking)

Contract Type: Day-to-Day Supply, Short-Term, and Long-Term contracts available

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 15:30 (Term Time Only)

Start Date: September 2026 (New Academic Term)

Key Requirements: QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) Essential; ECTs (Early Career Teachers) Welcomed

Are you looking to secure your next teaching role ahead of the

September 2026 autumn term? Do you want the flexibility of

day-to-day supply or are you seeking a stable

long-term English teaching role in and around

Randstad Education is recruiting enthusiastic and adaptable

English Teachers who are happy to deliver high-impact English lessons alongside

General Cover across secondary schools in Okehampton, West Devon, and the surrounding rural communities.

Whether you want to kickstart the new academic year with the ultimate flexibility of supply, or dive into a long-term role where you are fully compensated for your preparation time, we want to hear from you.

Why This Role Beats the Rest

Premium Daily Rates: Earn competitive rates of

£130 - £160 per day for day-to-day and short-term assignments.

Paid to Scale: For all long-term placements, we strictly pay to your MPS/UPS scale point to fully reward your time spent on planning, preparation, and marking.

Perfect September Start: Secure your position now and walk into the new school term in September 2026 with confidence.

ECT Support: If you are an

Early Career Teacher (ECT), this is the perfect opportunity to build your confidence, experience different school environments in West Devon, and find the right fit for your induction.

Key Responsibilities

As an English and Cover Teacher, your day will involve:

Delivering engaging English Language and Literature lessons across Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4).

Providing high-quality general cover across other subject areas when required, ensuring students remain on task and focused.

Managing classroom behaviour effectively in line with individual school policies.

For long-term roles: actively planning, preparing resources, assessing pupil work, and participating in departmental progress meetings.

Candidate Requirements (Essential Criteria)

To join our Okehampton teaching pool for September, you must meet the following:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent (QTLS with SET membership).

Strong classroom management skills and the ability to adapt quickly to different school cultures.

An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or the willingness to apply for a new one through Randstad).

A professional, reliable, and proactive approach to supporting student learning.

Benefits of Joining Randstad Education Devon

Weekly Pay: Prompt weekly payments processed via PAYE.

Dedicated Local Consultant: Support from a local specialist who understands the schools in Okehampton and rural Devon inside out.

Refer-a-Friend Scheme: Earn £300 in shopping vouchers for every teacher you recommend to us!

Free Training: Access to our suite of continuous professional development (CPD) courses.