General Cover Teacher

County Durham | Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available | Immediate Start

Protocol Education are currently recruiting General Cover Teachers to work within a number of welcoming and supportive schools across County Durham.

Our partner schools are committed to providing high-quality education and creating inclusive learning environments where every pupil can achieve their full potential. With strong leadership teams, excellent staff support, and a focus on student wellbeing, these schools offer rewarding opportunities for dedicated teaching professionals.

This is an excellent opportunity for a General Cover Teacher to work with pupils across KS3 - KS5

The Role

Position: General Cover Teacher
Location: County Durham
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Full-time and part-time positions available
Age Range: KS3-KS5
Experience: Primary and/or Secondary teaching experience welcomed
Essential: QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

As a General Cover Teacher, you will deliver pre-planned lessons, maintain positive classroom environments, and ensure continuity of learning during teacher absences. Opportunities are available on a daily, short-term, and long-term basis.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for enthusiastic and committed teachers who:

Hold QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) and/or a relevant teaching qualification
Are passionate about helping every pupil succeed, regardless of background or ability
Can deliver engaging and well-structured lessons across a range of subjects
Adapt teaching approaches to meet individual learning needs
Have experience working with pupils with SEMH and/or ASD
Build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, and parents
Demonstrate resilience, professionalism, and a commitment to pupil wellbeing
Are keen to develop their skills and engage in ongoing professional development

What Protocol Education Can Offer

Competitive daily rates of pay
Access to CPD and professional development programmes
Free training courses and webinars
Refer-a-Friend Scheme
CV and career support
Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
Opportunities in a wide range of Primary, Secondary, and Specialist Provision settings
Ongoing support for ECTs and experienced teachers alike

Apply Today

If you are a QTS-qualified teacher looking for flexible and rewarding General Cover Teacher opportunities across County Durham, we would love to hear from you.

Whether you are seeking day-to-day supply, a long-term position, or your next permanent role, Protocol Education can help you find the right opportunity to match your skills and career goals.

Apply now or contact Protocol Education for more information.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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