Cover Teacher

Cover Teacher

We are looking for an enthusiastic Cover Teacher to assist in supporting secondary‑age students across a range of subjects. Prospero Teaching, a work‑finding service, works with a diverse range of secondary schools in Merton, London. Whether you are seeking a long‑term position, a short‑term role or day‑to‑day work, we would be happy to hear from you.

• Location:
  
  Merton, London
• Position:
  Cover Teacher
• Type of work:
  Cover Teacher
• Contract start date: 02/09/2026
• Duration:
  Until the end of the academic year (ongoing)
• Contract type:
  Temporary
• Full time/part time:
  Full time
• Minimum daily rate: £100
• Hours:
  
  8:00 am – 4:00 pm

• Experience working with children and young people
• A degree
• Up‑to‑date safeguarding training issued within the last year

• Right to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS certificate with online update service, or willingness to apply
• Two professional child‑related references covering the last 2 years

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up‑to‑date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will need to register and pass all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy. Adults working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.

• Accredited continuous professional development courses, including safeguarding and behaviour management
• In‑house training and development team