Secondary Teacher

The Education Specialists; West of England; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE payments

Dedicated consultant support

CPD and training access

Opportunities across multiple schools

Job summary

The Education Specialists are recruiting Secondary Teachers for supply, general cover and longer-term opportunities across Bristol. Roles involve delivering pre-planned lessons, maintaining classroom expectations and supporting pupil progress in KS3 and KS4.

We welcome Qualified Teachers with QTS or those gaining experience, including ECTs. Flexible supply, rewarding assignments and CPD access are available across a range of schools in Bristol and surrounding areas.

Qualifications

• Qualified Secondary Teacher with QTS or relevant teaching experience.
• ECTs seeking to gain further classroom experience.
• Ability to adapt to new schools and expectations and manage behaviour effectively.

Responsibilities

• General classroom cover across KS3 and KS4.
• Delivering pre-planned lessons.
• Maintaining positive behaviour and classroom expectations.
• Supporting pupil engagement and progress.
• Working across different subjects where appropriate.
• Providing effective classroom management.
• Following school policies and safeguarding procedures.
• Building positive relationships with pupils and staff.

Skills

QTS

ECT

Experience

Flexible supply

Behaviour management

Adaptability

Education

QTS or relevant teaching experience

Job description

Secondary Teacher – Bristol

General Cover & Secondary Teaching Opportunities | The Education Specialists (TES)

Location: Bristol and surrounding areas

Contract: Temporary / Supply / Long-Term

Start: September 2026

Hours: School hours, Monday–Friday

Pay: Competitive daily rate, dependent on experience

The Education Specialists (TES) are currently recruiting Secondary Teachers for supply, general cover and longer-term opportunities across Bristol.

The role

• General classroom cover across KS3 and KS4.
• Delivering pre-planned lessons.
• Maintaining positive behaviour and classroom expectations.
• Supporting pupil engagement and progress.
• Working across different subjects where appropriate.
• Providing effective classroom management.
• Following school policies and safeguarding procedures.
• Building positive relationships with pupils and staff.

Who we're looking for

• Qualified Secondary Teachers with QTS or relevant teaching experience.
• ECTs looking to gain further classroom experience.
• Experienced teachers returning to education.
• Teachers seeking flexible supply work.
• Confident classroom practitioners with strong behaviour management skills.
• Teachers who can quickly adapt to new schools and expectations.

Why TES?

• Regular secondary teaching opportunities across Bristol.
• Flexible supply or longer-term work.
• Competitive daily rates.
• Weekly PAYE payments.
• Dedicated consultant support.
• Opportunities across a range of secondary schools.
• Access to relevant CPD and training.
• A recruitment team that understands education.

We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.

As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent