Unqualified Teachers - Taunton

Protocol Education; Taunton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency in Taunton seeks Cover Supervisors to lead classrooms in secondary schools. No teaching qualification is required, making this an ideal opportunity for those with transferable skills, such as coaching or team management. The position offers flexible hours and training opportunities, allowing candidates to gain valuable classroom experience. This role also involves supporting students in their learning journey, contributing positively to their educational experiences. Applicants must be prepared for safeguarding checks.

Benefits

Free Thrive & Cover Supervisor training

Weekly pay through PAYE

Flexible work to suit individual needs

Support from local consultants

Qualifications

• No formal teaching qualification required, but essential to lead classrooms successfully.
• Transferable skills from previous roles in leadership, coaching, or childcare are valued.
• Ability to engage and support students in a classroom setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead classrooms in absence of teachers, keeping students focused.
• Adapt to various classroom environments without needing planning.
• Support students' learning during lessons.

Skills

Confidence

Patience

Interest in helping young people

Job description

Cover Supervisor – Secondary Schools in Taunton and surrounding

Pay: £95–£120 per day (£130+ if you hold QTS)

Contract: Day-to-day and long-term available

Start Date: As soon as you’re ready (we can get you cleared in 15 days!)

Location: Taunton, Bridgwater, Highbridge and surrounding areas (driving helps, but not essential)

Protocol Education are hiring Cover Supervisors – no teaching qualification required – to lead classrooms in and around Taunton. You’ll step into lessons when teachers are away, keeping students focused, supported and engaged. No planning needed, just confidence, patience and a genuine interest in helping young people learn.

We’re expanding, developing partnerships with schools in Taunton, Bridgwater and beyond, and we’d love you to be part of our growth.

Protocol Education already works with hundreds of schools across Bristol, Bath and the South West, where our educators thrive in full-time and part-time, long-term and day-to-day roles. Now, we’re bringing that same trusted support to schools in Taunton and Bridgewater, helping them find confident, caring classroom leaders who make a real difference.

Why join us?

• Build relationships with local schools and grow your experience
• Free Thrive & Cover Supervisor training through our CPD Academy
• Weekly pay through PAYE - no hidden deductions
• Flexible work to suit you (ideal for 1–3 days a week)
• Friendly local consultant support and clear communication

No Cover Supervisor experience needed - just the right attitude and transferrable experience.

If you’ve ever led a group, coached a sport, worked in childcare or managed a team, you already have transferable skills schools value.

A driving licence helps, but it’s not essential; it just gives you access to more schools across Somerset.

Thinking about teaching in the future?

This is the perfect way to gain classroom experience before taking the next step. You’ll also get FREE Thrive training – a huge plus for your CV and confidence.

Apply today

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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