Are you a versatile and confident educator eager to make a difference across a range of London classrooms? Horizon Teachers is on the lookout for dynamic and dependable Cover Teachers to join our network of schools throughout London. This is a brilliant opportunity to broaden your teaching experience, inspire young minds, and ensure learning continues seamlessly in the absence of the regular class teacher.
About the Role:As a Cover Teacher (also known as a Supply Teacher), youâ??ll step into classrooms when the regular teacher is unavailable, ensuring lessons run smoothly and students remain engaged. Using pre-prepared lesson plans, youâ??ll deliver engaging sessions, manage behaviour effectively, and foster a positive learning environment.
QTS or equivalent is essential!Key Responsibilities:- Deliver lesson plans provided by the class teacher, adapting them where necessary to suit the needs and abilities of the group
- Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, fellow teachers, and senior leaders to maintain a supportive and structured classroom environment
- Encourage active participation, positive behaviour, and a love of learning
- Supervise students during lessons, breaks, and lunchtimes when required
- Administer assessments or tests fairly and consistently
- Gather and record completed classwork for the returning teacher
- Communicate professionally with colleagues, and when appropriate, with parents or carers about student progress or concerns
What Makes a Great Cover Teacher?An outstanding Cover Teacher is adaptable, confident, and organised. Youâ??ll be comfortable entering new schools, following established routines, and maintaining pupil focus and enthusiasm. Excellent classroom management, clear communication, and a calm approach are essential. The most successful Cover Teachers bring energy, flexibility, and a genuine passion for education to every setting â?? ensuring each class receives high-quality teaching and support.
Why Join Horizon Teachers?- Trusted Agency over 15 years' experience placing dedicated professionals in rewarding roles
- Free certified safeguarding training offered to all support staff once registered with Horizon
- A consultative touch - providing interview preparation and guidance throughout your search
- Long term roles matched to your ambitions and experience
If youâ??re enthusiastic about teaching and love the idea of working across a range of schools while developing your classroom expertise, apply today to become a Cover Teacher with Horizon Teachers â?? and start making a difference from day one!
Horizon Teachers is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that helps Teachers and Support Staff find long term, permanent and interim employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools throughout London, the South East, the Midlands and the North of England. As part of the registration process you will be required to have a DBS Check carried out and all original relevant qualifications will need to be sighted and copied before any work placement. For all teaching roles you will need to hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
Horizon Teachers, part of Operam Education Group.
