Cover Teacher - Academics : Job Details

Job Opportunity: Cover Teacher (Ad-hoc, Short & Long Term Cover)

Location: Essex (Colchester, Southend, Chelmsford, Basildon, and surrounding areas)Position Type: Flexible (Ad-hoc, Short-term, Long-term)Salary: Dependent on experience and qualifications

We are seeking adaptable and dedicated Cover Teachers to join our pool of professionals supporting secondary schools across Essex. Whether you are looking for ad-hoc, short-term, or long-term assignments, this is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience and work flexibly across multiple schools in Colchester, Southend, Chelmsford, Basildon, and nearby areas.

As a Cover Teacher, you will:

• Provide high-quality teaching in the absence of permanent staff.
• Deliver pre-set lessons across a range of subjects, ensuring students remain engaged and focused.
• Manage classroom behaviour in accordance with school policies.
• Work in a variety of secondary schools across Essex, adapting to different learning environments and school cultures.
• Maintain a professional and flexible approach, ready to step into assignments on short notice when required.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), or a degree with significant teaching experience.
• Previous experience as a Cover Teacher is desirable but not essential.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work across different schools and subjects.
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills.
• Passionate about education and able to motivate and engage students.
• Ability to travel to various schools across Essex for ad-hoc and planned cover assignments.

• A wide range of cover teacher assignments, including ad-hoc, short-term, and long-term roles.
• Opportunities to work in secondary schools across Colchester, Southend, Chelmsford, Basildon, and surrounding Essex areas.
• Flexible working arrangements to suit your schedule.
• Competitive pay, with rates based on your experience and qualifications.
• Supportive team and regular opportunities for professional development.

If you are a passionate and flexible Cover Teacher looking to work across Essex, we'd love to hear from you. Please click apply now!

For further information about this opportunity or to discuss your suitability, please contact Sara Doublal on

Join our network of Cover Teachers and help shape the future of students across Essex. We look forward to receiving your application!