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Date Added: Thu 09/04/2026

Cover Teacher - South Bristol

Bristol, UK
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Company: TEACHING PERSONNEL

Job Type: Permanent, FullTime

Salary: £130 - £160 per day

Cover Teacher – South Bristol

Location: South BristolHours: Flexible / Full Time AvailableSalary: £130 – £160 per day

About the Role

We are seeking a flexible, enthusiastic and dedicated Cover Teacher to work across primary schools in South Bristol.

This role is ideal for qualified teachers who enjoy variety in their working week and thrive in dynamic school environments. SEN/SEMH experience is desirable, though not essential. You will provide high-quality classroom cover, ensuring continuity of learning when regular teachers are absent.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Cover Teacher, you will:

  • Deliver engaging and effective pre-planned lessons across a range of subjects and year groups
  • Maintain a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment
  • Adapt quickly to different school settings, routines and expectations
  • Promote positive behaviour and a respectful learning atmosphere
  • Inspire and motivate pupils to remain engaged with learning
  • Provide reliable and consistent classroom cover as required
What We’re Looking For

We are seeking candidates who have:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
  • Flexibility and confidence teaching across multiple subjects or year groups
  • Strong classroom-management skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
  • A positive, proactive and professional attitude
  • The ability to quickly build rapport with pupils and staff
  • An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
What We Offer
  • Competitive daily rates
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant
  • Access to professional development and training opportunities
  • A supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Flexible work with varied assignments to keep each day engaging
  • Opportunities for longer-term or permanent roles where available
How to Apply

If you’re passionate about education and ready to make a positive impact, we’d love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

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