Job description

Job title: Cover Teacher
Location: Poole
Salary: £120 - £150 Per day (Depending on experience)
Start: Immediate
Contract: Full-time/Part-time

Are you an adaptable and enthusiastic teacher looking to make a meaningful impact in classrooms across Poole?

GSL Education are recruiting skilled Cover Teachers to provide dynamic and engaging teaching support across a variety of primary and secondary schools in Poole. This role is ideal for teachers who enjoy variety, autonomy and the opportunity to inspire young learners in diverse settings.

About The Role:

As a Cover Teacher, you will step into classrooms at short notice, ensuring that students remain engaged and on track with their learning. You will deliver pre-prepared lessons, manage classroom behaviour and foster a positive learning environment. This is an excellent opportunity for newly qualified teachers, experienced educators and subject specialists looking for a flexible teaching career.

Responsibilities of Cover Teacher:

  • Deliver engaging lessons based on pre-set plans and curriculum guidelines.
  • Adapt quickly to different classroom environments, fostering student engagement and participation.
  • Implement effective behaviour management strategies to maintain a focused learning atmosphere.
  • Work with Teaching Assistants and school staff to support student learning.
  • Follow school policies and procedures, ensuring a safe and structured environment.
  • Provide feedback on student progress to school leadership teams when necessary.

The successful candidate will:

  • Must have a Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
  • Prior experience working in primary or secondary schools in the UK.
  • Strong classroom management and lesson delivery skills.
  • A passion for inspiring students and creating a positive learning environment.
  • Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).

Why Choose GSL Education?

  • Competitive daily pay rate of £120 - £150 per day, based on experience.
  • Opportunity to gain experience in a variety of primary school settings.
  • Support from an experienced team of education specialists at GSL.
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in students’ lives, supporting their education and well-being.

Join Us Today!

If you are a passionate Cover Teacher eager to support schools across Poole, we want to hear from you. Join GSL Education today and take the next step in your teaching journey.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest inthe ‘Cover Teacher’ role,or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.