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General Cover Teacher

  • Secondary
  • Mansfield
  • Daily Supply, Full-time, Part-time
  • £240 per day
  • 6 August 2026
  • J563232569-3

Job Description

  • Secondary Teacher
  • Mansfield
  • September 3, 2026

Teachers UK

General Cover Teacher – Supply Opportunities

Day-to-Day | Short-Term | Long-Term Assignments

Teachers UK & Provide Education are seeking enthusiastic, adaptable and committed General Cover Teachers to work in secondary schools across the East Midlands. Whether you’re looking for flexible day-to-day supply, short-term placements or long-term opportunities, we have a range of roles to suit your availability and career goals.

As part of the Operam Education Group, Teachers UK and Provide Education have built strong partnerships with schools and educational professionals for many years. We are committed to providing high-quality staffing solutions while supporting our candidates every step of the way. Our experienced consultants work closely with both schools and teachers to ensure placements are the right fit, offering ongoing support, competitive pay and access to a wide variety of opportunities.

The RoleAs a General Cover Teacher, you will deliver pre-planned lessons across a range of subjects in the absence of the usual classroom teacher. You will create a positive learning environment, manage classroom behaviour effectively and ensure pupils remain engaged with their learning. Planning and marking responsibilities may vary depending on the assignment, with many day-to-day roles requiring only the delivery of pre-prepared lessons.

We have opportunities available for:

  • Day-to-day supply cover
  • Short-term assignments
  • Long-term placements
  • Full-time and part-time work
  • Immediate starts available

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver engaging lessons using work provided by the school.
  • Adapt to teaching a variety of subjects and year groups.
  • Maintain high standards of classroom behaviour and student engagement.
  • Assess understanding throughout lessons and provide feedback where required.
  • Follow school policies and safeguarding procedures.
  • Build positive relationships with students and school staff.
  • Represent Teachers UK and Provide Education professionally at all times.

RequirementsTo be considered for this role, you should have:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS, QTLS or equivalent recognised teaching qualification).
  • Experience teaching within UK secondary schools.
  • Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
  • Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
  • A flexible, positive and professional approach.
  • A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
  • An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
  • The right to work in the UK.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive daily rates of pay.
  • Weekly PAYE pay.
  • Flexible work to fit around your lifestyle.
  • Access to a variety of secondary schools and academies.
  • Opportunities for day-to-day, short-term and long-term placements.
  • Dedicated consultant support throughout your assignments.
  • Access to CPD and career development opportunities.

Whether you’re an experienced teacher looking for greater flexibility or an Early Career Teacher (ECT) seeking to gain experience across different school settings, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and one of our specialist consultants will be in touch to discuss current opportunities in your area.

Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply
 
We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
 
As part of our registration process, you’ll need an enhanced DBS check and we’ll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

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Having worked with Teachers UK over the past 12 months I have been impressed by their ability to provide good quality supply teachers, sometime with the shortest of notice time.

Having worked with Teachers UK over the past 12 months I have been impressed by their ability to provide good quality supply teachers, sometime with the shortest of notice time. Their rates are competitive and my contacts at the agency are friendly and efficient. The timesheet portal works well and I shall be continuing to source supply needs through Teachers UK in the future.

Mrs C Nadin, Sims Manager, Netherthorpe School

I just wanted to thank you for all your invaluable help over the years. You have always sent me great staff, some at very last minute notice and you are always pleasant to deal with especially at the very early start of the morning.

I just wanted to thank you for all your invaluable help over the years. You have always sent me great staff, some at very last minute notice and you are always pleasant to deal with especially at the very early start of the morning. Julie Plumb, Senior Business Assistant, Highfields School.

Highfields School.

I have always found the staff at Teachers UK to be polite and efficient. Communication is always good.

I have always found the staff at Teachers UK to be polite and efficient. Communication is always good.    

Murray Park School

I like Teachers UK as they try to find suitable staff for us, they are honest when they can't.

I like Teachers UK as they try to find suitable staff for us. They are honest when they can't and I do appreciate that they do not persistently try to contact me to enquire whether I need anyone.

Aegir Community School

We've always been happy with the good quality of supply staff. We are very pleased with the overall package.

Very professional team who provide a friendly, reliable service. We've always been happy with the good quality of supply staff. We are very pleased with the overall package.  

Heatherley Primary School

I know that I can rely on Teachers UK for outstanding teachers, LSA's and cover supervisors.

I have used Teachers UK as one of our supply agencies at King Ecgburt School for several years and know that I can rely on them for outstanding teachers, LSA's and cover supervisors. King Ecgbert School

King Ecgbert School