Primary Cover Teacher

Job Title: Primary Cover Teacher

Location: Somerset

Job Type: Day to Day Supply, Sick cover

Pay Rate: £120 - £180 per day

Job Overview:

Supply Staff Ltd is seeking experienced and reliable Primary Cover Teachers to work across primary schools in Somerset. As a Primary Cover Teacher, you will provide day-to-day and short-term classroom cover, including sickness cover and last-minute staff absence. You will be expected to confidently manage a classroom, follow existing lesson plans and ensure pupils remain engaged and well behaved. Strong classroom and behaviour management skills are essential. QTS or previous teaching qualifications would be an advantage but are not essential.

Key Responsibilities:

* Provide classroom cover across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.
* Cover lessons on a day-to-day or short-term basis, including sickness cover.
* Follow existing lesson plans and school guidance.
* Maintain strong classroom management and positive behaviour.
* Keep pupils engaged and focused throughout lessons.
* Support pupils with SEN and additional learning needs where required.
* Work effectively with teachers and school staff to maintain continuity of learning.

Requirements:

* Strong previous experience working with children in a school or educational setting.
* Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
* Confident working independently and taking responsibility for a classroom.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Experience supporting pupils with SEN or additional needs would be ideal.
* QTS, teaching qualifications or other relevant education experience would be an advantage but are not essential.
* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply.
* Commitment to safeguarding and child protection.

Why Supply Staff Ltd:

* Reliable daily pay in line with framework guidelines.
* Dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placement.

If you are an experienced Primary Cover Teacher looking for flexible day-to-day opportunities in Somerset, apply today and a member of the Supply Staff Ltd team will be in touch
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed