Cover Teacher

Position: Cover Teacher - £110 - £130 A Day
Location: Swindon

Cover Supervisor / Cover Teacher – Swindon | Secondary School | Immediate Start

Start Date:

Immediate | Daily Rate: £110–£130 | PAYEAre you looking for flexible work as a Cover Supervisor or Cover Teacher in a Secondary School? Do you want to gain paid classroom experience in Swindon schools while considering a future career in teaching or education? Teacher Active is recruiting Cover Supervisors / Cover Teachers for a number of supportive Secondary Schools across Swindon and Wiltshire.

This role is perfect for graduates, aspiring teachers, career changers, teaching assistants, sports coaches, youth mentors, or anyone passionate about supporting young people.

Career Pathway Opportunity:

Many of our Cover Supervisors go on to teacher training, PGCE courses, school-based teacher training programmes, pastoral roles, or permanent school positions. This role is an excellent stepping stone into a career in education.

Why This Role?

Becoming a Cover Supervisor / Cover Teacher is an excellent way to:

- Gain hands-on classroom experience
- Build confidence and leadership skills
- Learn to manage a classroom and support student learning
- Explore whether teaching or education is the right career for you — all while getting paid

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead pre-prepared lessons across a variety of subjects
- Supervise and engage students aged 11–16
- Manage behaviour calmly, confidently, and professionally
- Build positive relationships with students and staff
- Become a valued member of the school community
- Gain valuable experience for teacher training, SEND support, pastoral roles, or permanent school positions

Candidate Requirements:

- CACHE Level 2/3 qualification or minimum 6 months’ experience working with young people
- Confident communicator with the ability to lead a classroom
- Adaptable, resilient, and eager to learn
- Passion for education and supporting young people
- Background in coaching, mentoring, childcare, tutoring, youth work, support work, or similar is valued

What You’ll Gain:

- Excellent daily pay (£110–£130)- Hands-on classroom experience essential for future teacher training- 24/7 support from a dedicated consultant
- Access to CPD and professional development
- Guaranteed Pay Scheme (T&Cs apply)- Referral bonus up to £200- PAYE – transparent pay with no hidden fees

This is a fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn, gain classroom experience, and start your journey into teaching or other school-based roles. Apply now and start making a difference in schools today! Email:
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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with Teacher Active.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, s and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

Teacher Active is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services