At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver engaging pre-planned lessons and manage classroom behaviour in secondary schools.
- Company: Join Engage Education, a supportive team in Bexley schools.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, free professional development, and dedicated support.
- Other info: Opportunities for long-term roles and permanent positions available.
- Why this job: Make a difference in students' lives while gaining valuable teaching experience.
- Qualifications: Teaching experience preferred; confident classroom management and communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Are you a qualified teacher or an experienced educator looking for a flexible and rewarding role in secondary education?
Engage Education is recruiting Cover Teachers to work in a range of welcoming and supportive secondary schools across Bexley from September 2026.
These opportunities are ideal for qualified teachers, Early Career Teachers (ECTs), or experienced Cover Supervisors looking to step into a teaching role.
As a Cover Teacher, you will deliver pre-planned lessons across a variety of subjects, ensuring students remain engaged and continue making progress in the absence of their usual teacher.
The Role
As a Cover Teacher, you will
- Deliver pre-planned lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
- Manage classroom behaviour and create a positive learning environment.
- Ensure students remain on task and complete the work set.
- Adapt your teaching style to meet the needs of different learners.
- Provide feedback to teaching staff following each lesson.
- Uphold school policies, including safeguarding and behaviour procedures.
- We’re Looking For
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) is desirable but not essential.
- Experience teaching or supervising students within a secondary school setting.
- Confident classroom management skills.
- Flexibility to teach across a range of subjects.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- A professional, reliable, and adaptable approach.
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
Why Join Engage Education?
- September 2026 start with long-term and daily supply opportunities.
- Work in a variety of well-regarded secondary schools across Bexley.
- Competitive weekly pay.
- Flexible opportunities to suit your availability.
- Free CPD and professional development.
- Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant.
- Opportunities to secure permanent teaching positions.
Whether you’re looking for a long-term role, flexible supply work, or a stepping stone into a permanent teaching position, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV, and one of our consultants will be in touch to discuss the opportunities available across Bexley.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Cover Teacher – Secondary Schools | Bexley | September 2026 Start 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.
