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English Teacher / General Cover Teacher: Okehampton and Surrounding Areas
Job Title
English Teacher and General Cover Supervisor
Location
Okehampton and surrounding areas (including Hatherleigh, Holsworthy, Tavistock: EX20 and PL20 Postcodes)
Salary
GBP130 - GBP160 per day for day-to-day supply (Paid to scale for long-term placements including planning/marking)
Contract Type
Day-to-Day Supply, Short-Term, and Long-Term contracts available
Working Hours
Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 15:30 (Term Time Only)
Start Date
September 2026 (New Academic Term)
Key Requirements
- QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) Essential
- ECTs (Early Career Teachers) Welcomed
Are you looking to secure your next teaching role ahead of the September 2026 autumn term? Do you want the flexibility of day-to-day supply or are you seeking a stable long-term English teaching role in and around Okehampton?
Randstad Education is recruiting enthusiastic and adaptable English Teachers who are happy to deliver high-impact English lessons alongside General Cover across secondary schools in Okehampton, West Devon, and the surrounding rural communities.
Whether you want to kickstart the new academic year with the ultimate flexibility of supply, or dive into a long-term role where you are fully compensated for your preparation time, we want to hear from you.
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Why This Role Beats the Rest
- Premium Daily Rates: Earn competitive rates of GBP130 - GBP160 per day for day-to-day and short-term assignments.
- Paid to Scale: For all long-term placements, we strictly pay to your MPS/UPS scale point to fully reward your time spent on planning, preparation, and marking.
- Perfect September Start: Secure your position now and walk into the new school term in September 2026 with confidence.
- ECT Support: If you are an Early Career Teacher (ECT), this is the perfect opportunity to build your confidence, experience different school environments in West Devon, and find the right fit for your induction.
Key Responsibilities
As an English and Cover Teacher, your day will involve:
- Delivering engaging English Language and Literature lessons across Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4).
- Providing high-quality general cover across other subject areas when required, ensuring students remain on task and focused.
- Managing classroom behaviour effectively in line with individual school policies.
- For long-term roles: actively planning, preparing resources, assessing pupil work, and participating in departmental progress meetings.
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Candidate Requirements (Essential Criteria)
To join our Okehampton teaching pool for September, you must meet the following:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent (QTLS with SET membership).
- Strong classroom management skills and the ability to adapt quickly to different school cultures.
- An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or the willingness for a new one through Randstad).
- A professional, reliable, and proactive approach to supporting student learning.
Benefits of Joining Randstad Education Devon
- Weekly Pay: Prompt weekly payments processed via PAYE.
- Dedicated Local Consultant: Support from a local specialist who understands the schools in Okehampton and rural Devon inside out.
- Refer-a-Friend Scheme: Earn GBP300 in shopping vouchers for every teacher you recommend to us.
- Free Training: Access to our suite of continuous professional development (CPD) courses.
How (Secure Your September Placement)
If you are a Qualified English Teacher ready to secure your role for the new term, get in touch today:
- Call for an informal, confidential chat: 527 416
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