Cover Teacher

Are you an adaptable and confident educator ready to make an impact across a variety of classroom settings? Horizon Teachers are seeking enthusiastic and reliable Cover Teachers to support schools across London. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in different schools while inspiring students and keeping learning on track in the absence of their regular teacher.

About the Role:
A Cover Teacher (or Supply Teacher) steps in when a permanent member of teaching staff is unavailable. You’ll be responsible for maintaining continuity in the classroom by delivering pre-prepared lessons, supporting students’ learning, and ensuring a positive and safe environment for all pupils.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver and adapt lesson plans provided by the class teacher to suit the needs of the group
Collaborate with fellow teachers, teaching assistants, and school leadership to maintain a safe and productive learning environment
Promote positive behaviour, engagement, and participation throughout the school day
Supervise students during lessons, breaks, and lunchtime as required
Administer and oversee tests or assessments, ensuring fair and consistent standards
Collect and record completed work for the class teacher’s review
Communicate effectively with staff and, where necessary, parents or carers regarding student progress or concernsWhat Makes an Excellent Cover Teacher?
A great Cover Teacher is flexible, confident, and organised. You’ll be able to step into new classrooms with ease, follow existing lesson plans, and keep students motivated and on task. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential, as well as the ability to manage behaviour calmly and professionally. The best Supply Teachers combine adaptability with enthusiasm, ensuring every class receives quality teaching — no matter the subject or age group.

Why Work with Horizon Teachers?

Simple registration process — complete everything online and via a short video consultation
A highly experienced team of specialist education consultants, including former teachers
Earn up to £300 in vouchers through our referral scheme
One of London’s top-rated education agencies with a 4.8★ Google rating from teachers, support staff, and schoolsIf you’re passionate about teaching and want the flexibility to work in a range of schools while developing your classroom experience, apply today to become a Cover Teacher with Horizon Teachers and start making a difference right away!

Horizon Teachers is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that helps Teachers and Support Staff find long term, permanent and interim employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools throughout London, the South East, the Midlands and the North of England. As part of the registration process you will be required to have a DBS Check carried out and all original relevant qualifications will need to be sighted and copied before any work placement. For all teaching roles you will need to hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.


Horizon Teachers, part of Operam Education Group