General Cover Teacher - Secondary
| Posting date: | 05 August 2025 |
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| Salary: | £162 to £233 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 September 2025 |
| Location: | Coleshill, Warwickshire, B46 3EX |
| Company: | Randstad Education |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | PR-1432942_1754400421 |
Summary
General Cover Teacher - Secondary
Coleshill
£162 - £233 a day
Can you manage a classroom with confidence across a range of subjects?
Are you ready to step into a vibrant school where every day is different?
Are you passionate about making a difference - even outside your specialism?
About the role:
We are seeking a committed and capable General Cover Teacher for a thriving secondary school in Coleshill. This is a fantastic opportunity for a versatile professional to work across a wide variety of subjects, supporting student learning while permanent teachers are off-timetable.
About the School:
Set in a welcoming and forward-thinking secondary environment, the school is known for fostering academic success, character development, and a strong sense of belonging. The school promotes responsibility, respect, and resilience in all aspects of student life. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a well-structured and supportive secondary school known for its excellent pastoral care and strong sense of community.
Requirements:
- A recognised teaching qualification (QTS/QTLS) or equivalent
- A current Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
- Eligibility to work in the UK
- Experience teaching in a secondary setting
Key Skills:
- Adaptability
- Initiative
- Conflict resolution
- Relationship building
- Communication
- Empathy
- Organisation
Responsibilities:
- Delivering pre-set lessons in the absence of the class teacher
- Managing behaviour in line with school policy
- Ensuring student safety and safeguarding at all times
- Building rapport quickly with different classes
- Maintaining a positive and engaging learning environment
- Providing feedback to relevant staff after lessons
- Monitoring and recording student progress
- Liaising with department heads as needed
- Acting as a role model for professional conduct
- Encouraging student participation and focus
- Reflecting and acting on feedback from senior leaders
What We Offer:
- A supportive and inclusive school community
- The chance to gain meaningful classroom experience
- A competitive salary and benefits package
- A £300 Love2shop voucher through our Refer a Friend scheme (T&Cs apply)
Could this be an ideal role for you?
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