Randstad
General Cover
General Cover at Randstad, based in Hythe, South East, paying £130 - £160 per day. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £130 - £160 per day
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site · Weekend work
- Location
- Hythe, South East
- Closing date
- Sector
- Teacher
- DBS check
20% below the typical rate for teacher
Reference PR-1559499:SW:J
About the role
Are you a qualified teacher looking for a better work-life balance without the burden of planning, marking, or parents' evenings? We are seeking enthusiastic and adaptable General Cover Teachers to support local schools in Southampton on a day-to-day supply basis. This is your chance to focus purely on teaching and classroom management while enjoying complete control over your working schedule.
Responsibilities:- Deliver pre-planned lessons across various subjects and year groups.
- Maintain a structured, positive, and safe learning environment.
- Manage classroom behaviour effectively in line with school policies.
- Leave detailed handover notes for the regular class teacher.
- Ensure pupils remain on task and complete set work.
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification recognised in the UK.
- Strong behaviour management skills with the ability to establish authority quickly.
- High degree of adaptability, enthusiasm, and excellent communication abilities.
- Valid Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or a willingness to apply for one).
- Competitive Daily Pay: £130 - £160 per day based on experience.
- Zero Planning or Marking: Enjoy a professional life with your evenings and weekends free.
- Maximum Flexibility: Choose the days you want to work-full-time or part-time.
- Variety: Gain experience across different school environments and key stages.
- Standard Hours: Consistent schedule from 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (Monday to Friday, flexible days).
We partner with a network of local schools to provide high-quality educational support. Our mission is to connect skilled educators with classrooms in need, ensuring continuity and excellence in learning while supporting the wellbeing of our supply staff.
To Apply:Ready to take control of your teaching career? Apply today by sending your CV to [email removed] or call [phone removed] to begin the registration process.
experience
Teaching
skills
121 teaching experience,ability to communicate with parents,ability to work well under pressure,able to inspire,be a role model,building rapport with children,career driven,communication,effective discipline,empathy,engaging,excellent time management,FMS experience,good behaviour management skills,good classroom management,good communication skills,good sense of humour,high expectations,keen to contribute to the life of the school,key stage 3 experience,key stage 4 experience,key stage 5 experience,knowledge of A-level specification,knowledge of curriculum,knowledge of GCSE specification,knowledge of subject,motivated,partake in extra curricular activities,passion for education,SEN experience,set clear objectives,SIMS experience,sixth form experience,teaching assistant experience,team player,work well autonomously,years 7-11 experience
qualifications
BA Hons (QTS),BEd,BSc Hons (QTS),PGCE,PGCE,QTLS,QTS,Schools direct,SCITT
education
high school
Reference: PR-1559499:SW:J · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 24 Jan 2027 · Listed via Randstad
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