Job Description

Cover Teacher

Ealing, West London | Full-time | Long-Term Temporary Position
Start Date: Immediate
Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm
Pay: £170-£210 per day (PAYE)

Cover Teacher Opportunity in West London

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a large and inclusive secondary school in West London seeking a confident and adaptable Cover Teacher to join their team immediately.
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified teacher who enjoys variety, possesses strong classroom management skills and can quickly establish positive relationships with students across a range of subjects and year groups.

About the School

  • Well-established secondary school with a strong focus on inclusion and student achievement.
  • Collaborative staff team committed to maintaining high standards across the curriculum.
  • On-site parking available for staff.

Role Summary

As a Cover Teacher, you will deliver pre-planned lessons and supervise learning across a range of subjects while maintaining high standards of behaviour and engagement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver pre-planned lessons across a variety of subjects.
  • Supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher.
  • Maintain a safe, positive and productive learning environment.
  • Support students in completing work and remaining engaged in learning.
  • Follow behaviour policies and school procedures.
  • Build positive relationships with students and colleagues.
  • Adapt confidently to different subject areas and year groups.
  • Promote high standards of behaviour, learning and achievement.

Candidate Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must have:
  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification recognised in the UK.
  • Experience working within a secondary school setting.
  • Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • The ability to adapt quickly across different subjects and year groups.
  • A professional, reliable and positive approach.
  • A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Pay and Progression

£170-£210 per day, paid weekly via PAYE.
Pay is determined by qualifications, recent UK secondary teaching experience, subject knowledge, classroom management skills and the responsibilities required by the individual assignment.
The highest rate of £210 per day is typically available to teachers who can demonstrate substantial secondary teaching experience, a strong track record of effective classroom practice and the ability to confidently deliver lessons across a range of subject areas.

Why Apply?

School Benefits

  • Supportive and collaborative school environment.
  • Opportunity to work across a range of subjects and year groups.
  • Convenient West London location with on-site parking.

Role Benefits

  • Variety and flexibility within a single school setting.
  • Opportunity to broaden curriculum experience.
  • Consistent full-time placement.

Tradewind Recruitment Benefits

  • Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella company deductions.
  • Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
  • Access to a wide range of teaching opportunities across London.

Free National College CPD Access

As a Tradewind Recruitment candidate, you'll receive free access to The National College, providing access to over 2,500 CPD courses and webinars.
Recommended courses for this role include:
  • Effective Behaviour Management in Secondary Schools
  • Adaptive Teaching Strategies
  • Safeguarding Children in Education

Required Vetting

Successful applicants will complete standard vetting checks, including:
  • An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
  • Professional reference checks.
  • Verification of teaching qualifications and right-to-work documentation.

Apply Today

If you're a qualified teacher looking for a rewarding Cover Teacher opportunity in West London, we'd love to hear from you.
Call Tradewind Recruitment today and discover why thousands of educators have trusted us for over 20 years to help them find the right opportunities, in the right schools, with the support they deserve.