Primary School Teacher - Flexible Cover

Primary School Teacher – Flexible Cover

Location: Yeovil, Somerset
Contract Type: Ad-hoc cover (with potential for long-term role)

About the Role

Are you a creative and enthusiastic Primary School Teacher looking for flexible work that fits around you? We’re looking for passionate teachers to provide day-to-day and short-term cover across primary schools in Yeovil, with the exciting possibility of moving into a longer-term position for the right candidate.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience across different year groups, build strong relationships with schools in the local area, and showcase your teaching skills – all while keeping flexibility in your schedule.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Deliver engaging lessons that inspire pupils across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
• Adapt to different classroom environments and ensure continuity of learning.
• Support pupils of all abilities, including those with SEN or EAL.
• Bring energy, creativity, and a positive attitude into every classroom.
• Build strong relationships with staff, pupils, and parents.

What We’re Looking For

• QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or equivalent.
• Recent experience teaching in primary schools.
• Confidence in managing classrooms and adapting to new environments.
• A passion for supporting children’s learning and development.
• Flexibility – whether you’re free one day a week or five.
• Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

Why Join Us?

• Variety – no two days are the same when you’re covering across different schools.
• Flexibility – choose the days you want to work.
• Opportunity – ad-hoc cover can lead to long-term roles.
• Free Child Protection and Prevent Duty training.
• Competitive pay (including 12.07% holiday pay).
• Ongoing support from a friendly and dedicated team.

If you’re passionate about teaching and love the idea of flexible cover work with the chance of something more permanent, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your teaching journey with Teaching Personnel.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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