General Cover Teacher

Posted 11/05/2026 by TimePlan Education

Location:
Poole, Dorset
Salary/Rate:
£130 - £200/day

General Cover Teacher

📍 Location: Poole, Dorset
📅 Start Date: ASAP
💼 Contract Type: Full-time, Part Time, Day-to-Day
💷 Salary: £130 - £200 per day (subject to experience)

TimePlan Education is seeking confident and reliable Cover Teachers and Cover Supervisors to support a range of primary and secondary schools. This is an excellent opportunity for both qualified teachers and aspiring educators looking to gain valuable classroom experience and make a positive impact on students' learning within supportive and dynamic school environments.

The Role

  • Deliver pre-set lessons and supervise classes across Key Stages 1 - 4 in the absence of the regular teacher
  • Ensure students remain on task, engaged, and completing the work provide
  • Create and maintain a positive, focused learning environment
  • Manage classroom behaviour effectively in line with school policies
  • Provide clear feedback to teaching staff on student progress, engagement, and behaviour

The Ideal Candidate

  • Open to both qualified teachers (QTS) and unqualified candidates with relevant experience working with young people
    * Confident leading a classroom and managing behaviour across a range of subjects
    * Passionate about supporting students and maintaining continuity of learning
    * Flexible, reliable, and able to quickly adapt to different school settings
    * Strong communication skills and a professional, proactive attitude
    * Previous school-based experience is desirable but not essential
    * Available for supply work ASAP

Why Join Through TimePlan Education?

  • Competitive pay, in line with MPS/UPS pay scales
  • A personal consultant dedicated to supporting your career
  • Opportunities for ongoing CPD and professional growth
  • Option of temp-to-perm placement depending on performance and school needs

🌟 Whether you're an experienced Cover Teacher or Cover Supervisor, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking school community in a beautiful coastal area.

To apply, please submit your CV today or contact us on (phone number removed) to find out more!

TimePlan Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. TimePlan Education is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation.

Type:
Permanent
Start Date:
ASAP
Contract Length:
N/A
Job Reference:
JW - GC_1778487871
Job ID:
225090117
Applications:
Less than 10

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