Year 5 Cover Teacher

TeacherActive; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is looking for punctual and experienced Cover Teachers to work in a primary school in Stoke Newington, Greater London. The role involves delivering pre-planned lessons, managing classroom behavior, and ensuring a positive learning environment. Ideal candidates will have QTS and previous primary school experience. The position offers market-leading pay and a supportive senior leadership team, making it a great chance for dedicated educators to thrive in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

CPD courses and certificates

Dedicated consultant support

TeacherActive referral scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working in primary schools is essential.
• Must manage behavior effectively and support pupils academically.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across the primary age range.
• Manage behavior and maintain high standards of learning.

Skills

Punctuality

Classroom management

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

TeacherActive is delighted to be working alongside a supportive and ambitious three‑form entry primary school in Stoke Newington, who are seeking punctual and experienced Cover Teachers to support their teaching team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a well‑organised, welcoming school that prides itself on high expectations, strong pastoral support, and a collaborative staff environment. The school values reliability and professionalism and is looking for confident teachers who can step seamlessly into the classroom and maintain high standards of learning and behaviour.

As a Cover Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering pre‑planned lessons across the primary age range, ensuring continuity of learning and a positive classroom environment. You will be expected to manage behaviour effectively, follow school policies, and support pupils academically and socially throughout the school day.

The school offers a positive atmosphere, a supportive senior leadership team, and clear systems in place to support cover staff.

What you need

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Previous experience working in primary schools
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Reliability, punctuality, and professionalism
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

Desired skills and qualities

• Confident and adaptable teaching style
• Ability to quickly build rapport with pupils and staff
• Organised and proactive approach to teaching
• Strong communication skills

Why TeacherActive?

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 for support
• CPD courses and certificates through the My-Progression channel
• Market‑leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive referral scheme – receive up to £100 when you refer a friend (terms and conditions apply)

Our teachers are paid on a PAYE basis, ensuring the correct level of tax and National Insurance is paid, with no hidden admin charges.

If this sounds like a good fit for you, click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this opportunity.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job‑seeking services.

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