Secondary Cover Teacher – Flexible Supply Work

Secondary Cover Teacher – Flexible Supply Work | Melton Mowbray 📍Melton Mowbray 💷 Competitive Daily Rates 📅 Full-Time, Part-Time & Flexible Opportunities 🚀 September Starts Available Are you a qualified Secondary…

Pay rate £160 – £220/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 9 September 2026

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Secondary Cover Teacher – Flexible Supply Work | Melton Mowbray
📍Melton Mowbray
💷 Competitive Daily Rates
📅 Full-Time, Part-Time & Flexible Opportunities
🚀 September Starts Available

Are you a qualified Secondary Teacher looking for greater flexibility without stepping away from the classroom?
Whether you're seeking full-time work, a better work-life balance, or the opportunity to experience a variety of schools, we'd love to hear from you.

Smile Education is working with a  welcoming secondary school in Melton Mowbray, offering day-to-day, short-term and long-term cover teaching opportunities across all subject specialisms.

The Role As a Secondary Cover Teacher, you'll deliver pre-planned lessons, maintain positive classroom behaviour and ensure students remain engaged in their learning. You'll have the flexibility to choose the work that suits your lifestyle while gaining experience across a range of local secondary schools.  Whether you're available one day a week or five, we have opportunities to fit around you.

We're Looking For:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or equivalent
ECTs and experienced teachers are both encouraged to apply
Confident classroom and behaviour management skills
Adaptable, reliable and enthusiastic professionals
Excellent communication and organisational skills
A passion for supporting young people and delivering high-quality educationWhat We Offer:

Flexible working to suit your availability
Full-time, part-time and day-to-day supply opportunities
Long-term and temp-to-perm roles available
Competitive daily pay rates
Opportunities across a range of welcoming secondary schools
Dedicated consultant offering ongoing support
Free CPD and professional development opportunities
Weekly PAYE pay with no hidden umbrella deductionsWhy Choose Supply Teaching?

Achieve a better work-life balance
Gain experience in a variety of school settings
Choose when and where you work
Build relationships with local schools that can lead to permanent opportunitiesWhether you're an experienced teacher looking for flexibility or an ECT wanting to build confidence in different school environments, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career while maintaining control over your schedule.
Apply today with your CV to discuss the flexible teaching opportunities available across Melton and the surrounding areas, alternatively send your CV to (url removed) for further information.

Smile Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks in line with safer recruitment practices.
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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications

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