general cover teacher (part time).

Are you a secondary teacher looking for a better work-life balance through flexible part-time work?

Do you want the freedom of classroom teaching without the unpaid hours spent planning, marking, and writing assessments?

Would you like to work alongside a supportive secondary academy in Blackpool that values high standards and community spirit?

If so, Randstad Education would love to hear from you!

We are currently recruiting adaptable, passionate Part-Time General Cover Teachers for a high-achieving, vibrant secondary academy located in the Blackpool area. The school is well known for its clear expectations, strong community ethos, and supportive leadership team.

This role offers maximum flexibility for educators seeking part-time or flexible ad-hoc cover across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. You will deliver pre-planned lessons across a variety of subject areas, ensuring pupils remain focused, active, and supported throughout the school day.

Whether you want 1 day or 4 days per week, this is a brilliant opportunity to build strong working relationships with a top local secondary school without taking any work home with you at the end of the day!

• Confidently deliver pre-set, structured lesson plans across various subject areas in KS3 and KS4.
• Set clear expectations and implement the academy's positive behaviour management policies fairly.
• Keep pupils focused and engaged while fostering a safe, structured classroom setting.
• Manage classroom dynamics calmly, using positive encouragement and de-escalation strategies where needed.
• Complete basic daily handover notes and marking for returning department staff.
• Uphold all school safeguarding, child protection, and health and safety policies strictly.

• Confident setting boundaries and maintaining positive pupil engagement.
• Able to step into different subject departments seamlessly with a resourceful attitude.
• Quick to build genuine rapport with students, support staff, and school leaders.
• High professional standards to ensure subject departments run smoothly.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), QTLS
• Proven experience delivering cover or subject teaching across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.
• An enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for a new one).
• Legal right to work within the UK.

At Randstad Education, we match top educational talent with brilliant local schools across Lancashire. When you work with us, you enjoy:

• Transparent weekly pay processed smoothly via PAYE.
• Earn £300 in REX Vouchers every time you refer a qualified teacher or candidate who works with us! TaCs apply

If you are ready for a flexible, rewarding part-time supply role, apply today by attaching your CV directly to this advert page.

Alternatively, for more information or an informal chat about local supply opportunities, please contact Kirsty Booth:

• ✉️ Email: kirsty.booth@randstad.co.uk
• 📞 Direct Phone: 01772259966