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General Cover Teacher The Classroom Expert (KS3 and KS4)
Role:
Daily and Short-Term General Cover
Location:
Lichfield and Surrounding Areas
Salary:
GBP140 - GBP180 Per Day (Depending on Experience)
Contract:
Fixed Term
Thrive on variety? We need your expertise.
Are you a qualified teacher who loves the classroom but wants to leave the planning and marking behind? We are looking for a General Cover Teacher to support our partner secondary schools in Tamworth. This is the perfect role for someone who can walk into any classroom, command attention, and deliver a high-quality lesson across any subject.
Whether you are covering a morning of Humanities or an afternoon of Art, you are the professional who ensures the school day runs smoothly and students stay on track.
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What's in it for you?
- Total Flexibility: Choose the days you want to work. Perfect for work-life balance or fitting around other commitments.
- No Take-Home Work: Walk out at the end of the day with no marking, no planning, and no data entry.
- Weekly Pay: Competitive daily rates paid every Friday via Randstad.
- Networking: Get to know various schools in the Tamworth area—great way to find a permanent home if you choose to later on.
The Ideal Classroom Lead
We Want To Hear From You If You
- Are Qualified: You hold QTS or QTLS (Early Career Teachers are welcome).
- Are Adaptable: You can quickly digest a lesson plan and deliver it with confidence, regardless of the subject.
- Have Presence: You have excellent classroom management skills and can build a quick rapport with students you've just met.
- Are Reliable: You are punctual, professional, and ready to hit the ground running.
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Your Core Responsibilities
- Deliver: Follow the set work left by the permanent teacher, ensuring students understand and complete the tasks.
- Manage: Maintain high standards of behaviour in line with the school's policy.
- Support: Offer 1:1 or group assistance to students who need extra help with the set work.
- Liaise: Leave a clear handover note for the returning teacher so they know exactly how the students progressed.
Ready?
If you want the variety of teaching without the paperwork, let's talk.
Click "Apply Now" to start your application or email Robbie Day at
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