General Cover Teacher
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What you'll do
- Deliver pre-planned lessons across various subjects in Secondary Key Stages 3 and 4.
- Manage classroom behaviour effectively to maintain a positive, productive learning environment.
- Follow school policies and robust safeguarding procedures at all times.
- Leave detailed handovers and notes for returning subject teachers to ensure continuity.
What they're looking for
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent (ECTs are welcome to apply).
- Strong classroom management skills with an adaptable, positive, and professional approach.
- High reliability and punctual attendance for an 8:30 AM start.
- An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or a willingness to obtain one).
- Documented right to work in the UK.
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Full description from employer
Are you a qualified secondary teacher looking for flexibility, better work-life balance, and freedom from the demands of planning and grading? Join our team in Bristol and embrace a role that puts you in the driver's seat of your own career.
We are seeking an adaptable General Cover Teacher to support vibrant secondary schools throughout the Bristol area. Whether you are looking for full-time cover or just a few days a week, this position allows you to teach across a variety of subjects and year groups without the administrative burden. Step into the classroom, inspire students, and leave at the end of the day with no work to take home.
Responsibilities:- Deliver pre-planned lessons across various subjects in Secondary Key Stages 3 and 4.
- Manage classroom behaviour effectively to maintain a positive, productive learning environment.
- Follow school policies and robust safeguarding procedures at all times.
- Leave detailed handovers and notes for returning subject teachers to ensure continuity.
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent (ECTs are welcome to apply).
- Strong classroom management skills with an adaptable, positive, and professional approach.
- High reliability and punctual attendance for an 8:30 AM start.
- An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or a willingness to obtain one).
- Documented right to work in the UK.
- Competitive Pay: Earn between £130 - £160 per day, dependent on experience.
- True Flexibility: Work as much or as little as you want with complete day-to-day control over your schedule.
- No After-Hours Work: Enjoy your evenings and weekends-no lesson planning, assessment, or parents' evenings required.
- Local Assignments: Gain experience in diverse secondary schools across the Bristol area.
Are you ready to take the next step in your teaching career with complete flexibility? To register your interest, please submit your CV to hannah.joyner@randstad.co.uk. We look forward to discussing the exciting opportunities available for you in Bristol!
experience
Teaching
skills
121 teaching experience,ability to communicate with parents,ability to work well under pressure,able to inspire,be a role model,building rapport with children,career driven,communication,effective discipline,empathy,engaging,excellent time management,FMS experience,good behaviour management skills,good classroom management,good communication skills,good sense of humour,high expectations,keen to contribute to the life of the school,key stage 3 experience,key stage 4 experience,key stage 5 experience,knowledge of A-level specification,knowledge of curriculum,knowledge of GCSE specification,knowledge of subject,motivated,partake in extra curricular activities,passion for education,SEN experience,set clear objectives,SIMS experience,sixth form experience,teaching assistant experience,team player,work well autonomously,years 7-11 experience
qualifications
BA Hons (QTS),BEd,BSc Hons (QTS),PGCE,PGCE,QTLS,QTS,Schools direct,SCITT
education
high school
Company
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