Supply Teacher / Cover Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in Bristol is seeking adaptable Supply Teachers for dynamic roles across secondary schools. The ideal candidate will have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience in diverse teaching environments. Opportunities for flexible working and ongoing career support are offered. Join the team to make a meaningful impact in the education sector.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates of pay

Flexible working

Ongoing CPD and career support

Personalized consultant guidance

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent required.
• Experience teaching in secondary schools preferred.
• Strong classroom management and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-set lessons across secondary subjects.
• Manage classroom behaviour following school policies.
• Support students’ learning in a positive environment.
• Adapt quickly to new school settings.

Skills

Classroom management

Organisational skills

Flexibility

Reliability

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Are you a qualified teacher who loves variety and flexibility?

Looking for a role where every day is different, and you can make a real impact without the planning pressure?

We’re looking for enthusiastic and adaptable Supply Teachers to join our team and work across fantastic mainstream secondary schools in the Bristol region – including Gloucester, South Gloucestershire, Bristol, Bath, and North Somerset.

About TP

Teaching Personnel is the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, supporting schools and educators since 1996. With a nationwide network and a strong local presence in Bristol, we connect thousands of teachers and support staff to rewarding roles every year. Our mission is simple: to make a difference every day through staffing, support, and training.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-set lessons across a range of secondary subjects.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively, following school policies.
• Support students’ learning and ensure a positive classroom environment.
• Adapt quickly to new school settings and build strong rapport with students.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching in secondary schools (all subjects considered).
• Strong classroom management and organisational skills.
• Flexibility, reliability, and a professional approach.
• A valid DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Flexible working to suit your lifestyle – choose the days you want to work.
• Opportunities across a wide range of secondary schools in Bristol.
• Ongoing CPD and career support from Teaching Personnel.
• A personalised consultant to guide you through placements.

If you’re interested or would like to know more, please apply with an up to date version of your CV

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

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. 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.

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