Cover Teacher

East London | Flexible Working | £150–£200 per day

Are you a passionate and adaptable teacher looking for flexible work in secondary schools across East London?

Principal Education is recruiting enthusiastic Cover Teachers to work on a daily supply basis across a wide network of outstanding and good secondary schools. Whether you’re looking for part-time or full-time work, we can offer assignments to fit around your availability.

The Role

As a Cover Teacher, you will:

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across a range of secondary subjects.
• Maintain a positive and productive classroom environment.
• Manage behaviour in line with school policies.
• Ensure students remain engaged and continue learning in the teacher’s absence.
• Adapt quickly to different schools and classroom settings.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or equivalent teaching qualification preferred.
• Experienced Cover Teachers and ECTs are encouraged to apply.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Flexible, reliable and confident teaching across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 experience is advantageous).
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• The right to work in the UK.

What We Offer

• £150–£200 per day, depending on experience.
• Flexible working – choose the days that suit you.
• Opportunities for both part-time and full-time work.
• Daily supply placements across a variety of East London secondary schools.
• Dedicated consultant support and regular work throughout the academic year.
• Weekly pay.

If you’re looking for rewarding, flexible teaching opportunities and want to make a positive impact in secondary schools across East London, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today with your up-to-date CV and one of our consultants will be in touch.