Cover Teacher

Zest Education is recruiting a part‑time Cover Teacher to work at a welcoming and forward‑thinking primary school in Burton. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated team who are committed to providing high‑quality education within a vibrant and supportive community.

This role is 6.5 hours per week, working Wednesdays, and is offered on a fixed‑term contract for one year.

About the Role

The school is seeking a passionate and enthusiastic teacher who can deliver high‑quality teaching across EYFS and KS1. You will play an important role in maintaining continuity of learning and supporting pupils to achieve their full potential.

This position is ideal for someone who is creative, committed and eager to contribute to a positive school environment.

What We’re Looking For

• An outstanding EYFS/KS1 classroom practitioner
• High expectations of yourself and your pupils
• A caring, professional approach
• Strong understanding of the EYFS and primary curriculum
• A dynamic, creative and engaging teaching style
• High expectations for pupil progress, behaviour and learning outcomes
• Energy, enthusiasm and a positive attitude
• Willingness to contribute to extra‑curricular activities
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a supportive team

What the School Offers

• Friendly, enthusiastic and motivated pupils
• A forward‑thinking school with strong community relationships
• High expectations for behaviour and achievement
• A caring and committed staff team
• Supportive parents and governors
• Excellent opportunities for professional development, including leadership growth for the right candidate

Why Work With Zest Education?

• Competitive weekly pay
• Supportive, dedicated consultants
• Opportunities across excellent local schools
• A smooth and professional recruitment experience

Apply Today

If you’re an enthusiastic and committed teacher looking for a part‑time Cover Teacher role in Burton, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join the Zest Education team and support a school on its journey to excellence.

If you are interested in this position or want to find out more, email Jo at Joanne@zesteducation.co.uk or ‘apply for job’ at the top of the page to submit your details.

Zest Education are an APSCo audited agency and are dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks prior to clearance for work.

Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years within a school that teaches the British Curriculum) and/or care-based experience within the last 5 years.

The role advertised is for temporary supply work.

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