General Cover Teacher

Supply Teacher - Plymouth

• Position: General Cover Teacher (Secondary Schools)

• Location: Plymouth, Devon

• Salary: £130 - £160 per day

• Contract Type: Supply / Flexible / Temporary

• Benefits: No planning, no marking, no preparation required

Are you looking for supply teaching jobs in Plymouth that offer a genuine work-life balance? We are actively recruiting a Secondary Cover Teacher for flexible supply work across a variety of reputable secondary schools in the Plymouth area. This role is perfect for qualified teachers (QTS), ECTs, or experienced cover supervisors looking for competitive daily pay without the stress of take-home workload.

• Zero Planning & Preparation: Step into the classroom, deliver pre-set work, and leave at the end of the school day. Your weekends are yours again.

• Competitive Daily Pay: Earn between £130 and £160 per day, depending on your teaching experience.

• Ultimate Flexibility: Choose the days you want to work. We accommodate both full-time weekly schedules and part-time day-to-day cover.

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4) classrooms.

• Maintain a positive learning environment and manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.

• Ensure all secondary students remain on-task and engaged with the provided materials.

• Provide brief handover notes for the returning classroom teacher.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.

• Strong classroom management and adaptability.

• A valid Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).

• Right to work in the UK.

If you are a Supply Teacher in Plymouth ready to start immediately or looking for your next flexible role, contact Randstad Education today:

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