Secondary Cover Teacher

Smile Education; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

CPD opportunities

Training support

Competitive pay rates

Job summary

Smile Education is actively seeking a Secondary Cover Teacher to support UK secondary schools in the Wolverhampton area. The role offers flexibility without a permanent commitment, with opportunities to experience different schools and days.

As a Secondary Cover Teacher, you will deliver pre-planned lessons, maintain classroom management, and support students with their learning needs. This role suits experienced teachers and ECTs seeking regular work and adaptable schedule.

Qualifications

• Qualified teachers with QTS status or on the path to QTS.
• Experience in UK secondary settings is desirable.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned or prepared lessons across secondary year groups.
• Supervise and engage students to maintain focus and progress.
• Follow school policies and lesson plans to support learning objectives.
• Provide constructive feedback to schools after lessons when required.
• Adapt quickly to different classrooms and school routines.

Skills

Qualified Teacher

ECT

UK secondary schools experience

Classroom management

Education

QTS

Job description

Smile Education are currently recruiting for a Secondary Cover Teacher to work across secondary schools in the Wolverhampton area.

Are you a qualified teacher looking for a role that offers flexibility without the commitment of a permanent position? Perhaps you are looking for regular work, want to experience different schools, or are looking for a role that could lead to a longer-term opportunity.

As a Secondary Cover Teacher, you will support schools by delivering lessons when their usual teachers are unavailable. You will generally work from pre-planned lessons, allowing you to focus on classroom management, student engagement and maintaining a positive learning environment.

This is a great opportunity for experienced teachers and ECTs who want regular work while having the flexibility to choose the days and opportunities that suit them.

The RoleAs a Secondary Cover Teacher, you will:

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across a range of secondary year groups.
• Supervise students and ensure they remain engaged with their learning.
• Maintain a positive and well-managed classroom environment.
• Follow lesson plans and school policies effectively.
• Manage behaviour confidently and consistently.
• Support students with their learning and individual needs.
• Provide feedback to the school following lessons where required.
• Adapt quickly to different classroom environments and school routines.

We Are Looking For

• Qualified Teachers and ECTs.
• Previous experience working within UK secondary schools.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• A confident and professional approach.
• Teachers who can build positive relationships with students quickly.
• Reliable, enthusiastic and adaptable individuals.
• Someone who enjoys working with young people and supporting their education.

Why Work With Smile Education?

We understand that every teacher is looking for something different. Whether you are looking for regular work, a few days each week, or the opportunity to try different schools before committing to a longer-term position, we can help.

We offer:

• Flexible work around your availability.
• Regular opportunities across Wolverhampton and the surrounding areas.
• Day-to-day and longer-term cover opportunities.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Access to a wide range of secondary schools.
• A dedicated education consultant who gets to know you and your requirements.
• Ongoing support throughout your placements.
• Access to training and CPD opportunities.
• Opportunities for both experienced teachers and ECTs.

Safeguarding

Smile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be required to complete the necessary compliance checks, including DBS, Prohibited List, Barred List and qualification checks.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.