Cover Teacher

John Taylor MAT

About this role

Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE14

Cover Teachers Needed in Burton-on-Trent

Pay: £90 – £100 per day (dependent on experience)
Positions Available: Long-term | Short-term | Day-to-day
Start Date: Immediate availability

Are you someone who enjoys leading a classroom and empowering young learners? Whether you’re an experienced educator, a youth worker, a sports coach, or looking to gain valuable school experience, we want to hear from you!

We’re excited to be working with John Taylor Multi-Academy Trust to recruit enthusiastic and reliable Cover Teachers for schools in Burton-on-Trent. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference in local students’ education while enjoying the flexibility of a varied role.


About the Role:
As a Cover Teacher, you will:

  • Lead whole classes in the absence of their regular teacher, ensuring students remain engaged with set work

  • Create a positive and focused learning environment, managing the classroom effectively

  • Support students with lesson content, ensuring learning goals are achieved

  • Confidently manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies

  • Communicate any issues or concerns to relevant school staff


What We’re Looking For:

  • Experience working with young people, ideally in an educational or youth-focused role

  • Strong classroom management and communication skills

  • Confidence to deliver lessons across a variety of subjects

  • A positive, proactive attitude with a genuine passion for supporting student learning

  • An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)


What We Offer:

  • Free CPD and training opportunities to help you grow professionally

  • Weekly PAYE payments – no umbrella companies

  • Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle and availability

  • Ongoing support from a dedicated Partnership Executive

  • The chance to work in a range of schools within a supportive network


Interested?
If you’re ready for a flexible, rewarding teaching role in Burton-on-Trent, we’d love to hear from you!

Please submit your CV to westmidlands@supplyregister.uk, or visit www.supplyregister.uk to find out more and discover other opportunities.


The Supply Register, in partnership with John Taylor Multi-Academy Trust, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to satisfactory DBS checks and references.

Previous experience working with children – ideally in a classroom setting

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Key Information

£12 — £14 per Hour

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