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Cover Teacher

Job reference

CTApril2026_1773048206

Company Name

Academics

Salary

£110 - £120 per day

Location

Aylesbury

Industry sector

Education

Job type

Contract | Full Time

Job start date

13/04/2026

Posted date

09/03/2026

Closing date

30/03/2026

Cover Teacher - KS2

£120 per day | Paid Weekly | Flexible Work

Aylesbury

Start: April 2026

A fantastic primary school in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire is seeking confident and adaptable Cover Teachers to support across Key Stage 2 (KS2).

Working in partnership with Academics, this is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about education and looking for flexible supply work during the week.

About the Role

Cover Teachers are essential classroom professionals who take on the responsibility of the full-time class teacher in their absence. This role is ideal for aspiring teachers or experienced education professionals who want to gain valuable classroom experience without the responsibility of planning and marking.

The successful candidate will:

Oversee pre-set lessons (no planning or marking required)

Deliver prepared work to KS2 pupils and ensure learning continues smoothly

Build rapport quickly with pupils across Year 3 to Year 6

Maintain strong behaviour management in line with school policy

Ensure pupils remain on task and complete the work set

Provide feedback to teaching staff following lessons

You will not be required to introduce new content, but you must be confident leading a class and maintaining a calm, productive learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for someone who:

Holds a degree OR has previous experience as a Cover Teacher

Has a valid and up-to-date DBS certificate (or is registered on the Update Service)

Demonstrates strong classroom and behaviour management skills

Has a firm but fair approach

Is flexible, proactive, and reliable

What's on Offer

£110 - £120 per day

Weekly pay

Flexible working options

Opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience

Support from a dedicated local education recruitment team

This role is perfect for graduates considering a career in teaching, experienced teaching assistants ready to step up, or education professionals seeking flexible supply opportunities in Aylesbury.

Cover Teacher - KS2