Teaching Assistant and Cover Tutor

Fashion Retail Academy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,440 - 34,760; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Funded Professional Qualifications

Generous Leave Options

Family-Friendly Pay

Monthly Wellbeing Allowance

5% Employer Pension Contribution

Job summary

The Fashion Retail Academy is seeking a creative Cover Tutor for supporting students in Fashion Design, Fashion Retail, and Visual Communications. This dynamic role involves delivering planned cover sessions and enhancing student engagement in a stimulating learning environment.

Candidates should possess GCSEs in Maths and English, along with strong communication and classroom management skills. The position offers a competitive salary of £31,600 per annum, with a range of benefits and a commitment to professional development.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a teaching assistant, cover tutor, or similar role.
• Relevant vocational or professional experience in education, fashion or business.
• Ability to manage student behaviour and engage effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned cover sessions and support classroom learning.
• Provide additional academic and practical assistance to students.
• Help create an inclusive, motivating, and professional learning environment.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Classroom management

Education

Maths and English GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above

Qualification in Fashion or related subject

Job description

Full‑Time/Part‑Time Contracts

Full‑Time (39 Hours, 5 days per week) and Part‑Time (23.4 Hours, 3 days per week) contracts available. Term‑Time Only. Permanent.

About EFI Group

EFI Group has a bold mission to transform lives, careers and industries through pioneering, industry‑led education in fashion, beauty and apprenticeships. Our vision is to deliver exceptional learning experiences, driven by innovation, inclusion, employability, and excellence.

About the role

We are seeking a creative Cover Tutor to support students studying Fashion Design, Fashion Retail, and Visual Communications qualifications at the Fashion Retail Academy. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic learning environment and play a key role in maintaining high‑quality teaching and student engagement across a range of fashion‑focused subjects.

As a Cover Tutor, you will deliver planned cover sessions, support classroom learning, and provide additional academic and practical assistance to students when not covering lessons. You will help create an inclusive, motivating, and professional learning environment that encourages creativity, confidence, and industry readiness.

We also have Teaching Assistant positions available for candidates interested in supporting learners and working closely with teaching staff to enhance the student experience.

About you – Qualifications

Maths and English GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above. A qualification in Fashion, Fashion Retail, Business, Visual Communications, Art & Design, or a related subject is beneficial but not essential.

Experience

Previous experience as a teaching assistant, cover tutor, or similar role, along with relevant vocational or professional experience in education, fashion, business retail, or fashion design.

Expertise

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage student behaviour and engage effectively.

Skills

Confidence managing classroom behaviour and maintaining a positive learning environment and the ability to adapt quickly to different teaching situations and learning needs.

Values

You will be a collaborative team player with a genuine interest in supporting young people’s education. You will demonstrate professionalism, inclusivity, creativity, and a commitment to helping students build confidence, develop skills, and achieve their potential.

Why The EFI?

We foster a culture where our team members can lean on each other, recognise each other, and celebrate together! At EFI, we prioritise your growth and wellbeing with a range of fantastic benefits.

Benefits

• Funded Professional Qualifications: Support for personal and professional development, including a personal growth allowance of £400 annually, paid for professional qualifications, LinkedIn Learning access and annual CPD.
• Generous and Flexible Leave Options: A range of enhanced leave options, including birthday and celebration leave.
• Market‑Leading Family‑Friendly Pay: Including six months of fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave.
• Monthly Wellbeing Allowance: Including a customisable monthly wellbeing allowance of £50, and funded counselling/CBT through Education Support Employee Assistant Programme.
• Pension: 5% employer pension contribution.

Salary

£31,600.00 per annum (FTE 1), subject to qualifications and experience.

How to apply

Click ‘Apply for this job’ to submit your application.

Closing Date

8am on Tuesday, 9th June 2026.

Interviews/Recruitment Day

Interviews take place week commencing Monday, 15th June 2026 in‑person at FRA Academy: Electra House, Moorgate, EC2M 6SE.

Contact

Please contact [e-mail] for further information.

The EFI is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Candidates offered positions will be required to undergo thorough safeguarding background checks as a condition of the offer. Thank you for sharing our values and commitment to student safety.