At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver engaging lessons across various subjects while maintaining high standards of behaviour.
- Company: Join a supportive secondary school in Ashford, Surrey with high expectations.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, professional development, and potential for a permanent position.
- Other info: Opportunity to thrive in a role that values resilience and strong classroom presence.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic environment and inspire students.
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience in UK secondary schools required.
The predicted salary is between 33865 - 41391 £ per year.
Are you a confident and adaptable teacher with excellent behaviour management skills?
Engage Education is recruiting a Cover Teacher for a secondary school in Ashford, Surrey, starting in September 2026.
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified teacher who enjoys the variety of covering different subjects while maintaining high standards of teaching and behaviour.
The successful candidate will be joining a school that has high expectations of its students and is looking for someone who can establish authority in the classroom from day one.
The Role
As a Cover Teacher, you will
- Deliver high-quality pre-planned lessons across a range of secondary subjects.
- Create a calm, purposeful and engaging learning environment.
- Maintain high standards of behaviour and ensure students remain focused throughout lessons.
- Adapt your teaching style to meet the needs of different classes and year groups.
- Follow the school’s behaviour policy consistently and confidently.
- Provide detailed feedback to departments on lesson progress, attendance and student behaviour.
- The Ideal Candidate
We’re looking for someone who
- Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
- Has experience teaching in UK secondary schools.
- Demonstrates excellent behaviour management and is confident working with challenging classes.
- Can quickly build positive, professional relationships with students while maintaining high expectations.
- Is adaptable, resilient and able to teach across a variety of subjects.
- Has excellent communication and organisational skills.
- What’s on Offer
- Full-time role starting September 2026.
- Competitive daily pay based on experience.
- Long-term opportunity with the potential for a permanent position.
- A supportive leadership team and experienced pastoral staff.
- Ongoing professional development and support from Engage Education.
- The opportunity to make a real impact in a school where consistency, resilience and strong classroom presence are highly valued.
This role is ideal for a teacher who thrives in a dynamic environment and has the confidence to deliver engaging lessons while maintaining excellent classroom discipline.
If you’re passionate about supporting students and have the behaviour management skills to succeed in a busy secondary school, we’d love to hear from you.
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Cover Teacher – Ashford, Surrey | September 2026 Start | Full-Time employer: Engage Partners Limited
Engage Partners Limited is an excellent employer for those looking to kickstart their career in education, particularly as a Primary Teaching Assistant Apprentice in Dartford. With a strong focus on employee growth, the company offers a fully funded Level 3 Apprenticeship, comprehensive training, and mentoring, all within a supportive work culture that values learning and development. This role not only allows you to earn while you learn but also provides a meaningful opportunity to make a difference in children's lives.
