About this role

English Teacher / General Cover Teacher - Plymouth Secondary Schools

Job Title

English Teacher & General Cover

Location

Plymouth, Devon

Salary

£130 - £160 per day for day-to-day supply (Paid to scale for long-term placements including planning/marking)

Contract Type

Day-to-Day Supply, Short-Term, and Long-Term contracts available

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 15:30 (Term Time Only)

Start Date

September 2026 (New Academic Term)

Key Requirements

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) Essential; ECTs (Early Career Teachers) Welcomed

Are you looking to secure your next teaching role ahead of the September 2026 autumn term? Do you want the flexibility of day-to-day supply or are you seeking a stable long-term English teaching role in the Plymouth area?

Randstad Education is recruiting enthusiastic and adaptable English Teachers who are happy to deliver high-impact English lessons alongside General Cover across local secondary schools.

Whether you want to kickstart the new academic year with the ultimate flexibility of supply, or dive into a long-term role where you are fully compensated for your preparation time, we want to hear from you.

Why This Role Beats the Rest

Premium Daily Rates

Earn competitive rates of £130 - £160 per day for day-to-day and short-term assignments.

Paid to Scale

For all long-term placements, we strictly pay to your MPS/UPS scale point to fully reward your time spent on planning, preparation, and marking.

Perfect September Start

Secure your position now and walk into the new school term in September 2026 with confidence.

ECT Support

If you are an Early Career Teacher (ECT), this is the perfect opportunity to build your confidence, experience different school environments across Plymouth, and find the right fit for your induction.

Key Responsibilities

As an English and Cover Teacher, your day will involve

Delivering engaging English Language and Literature lessons across Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4).

Providing high-quality general cover across other subject areas when required, ensuring students remain on task and focused.

Managing classroom behaviour effectively in line with individual school policies.

For long-term roles

actively planning, preparing resources, assessing pupil work, and participating in departmental progress meetings.

Candidate Requirements (Essential Criteria)

To join our Plymouth teaching pool for September, you must meet the following

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent (QTLS with SET membership).

Strong classroom management skills and the ability to adapt quickly to different school cultures.

An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or the willingness to apply for a new one through Randstad).

A professional, reliable, and proactive approach to supporting student learning.

Benefits of Joining Randstad Education Plymouth

Weekly Pay

Prompt weekly payments processed via PAYE.

Dedicated Local Consultant

Support from a local specialist who understands Plymouth schools inside out.

Refer-a-Friend Scheme

Earn £300 in shopping vouchers for every teacher you recommend to us!

Free Training

Access to our suite of continuous professional development (CPD) courses.

How to Apply (Secure Your September Placement)

If you are a Qualified English Teacher ready to secure your role for the new term, get in touch today

Email your CV directly to

hannah.joyner@randstad.co.uk

Call for an informal, confidential chat: 01293 527 416

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