Job Description

Trainee Teacher - Bristol

Aspiring Secondary Teacher or Cover Supervisor? Start Your New Year Career in Bristol with Tradewind!

Are you driven by a passion for education? Ready to inspire the next generation and take on a fresh, rewarding challenge? Your teaching journey starts this January 2026 - and it starts in Bristol!

We're looking for ambitious, motivated, and dedicated individuals to join our team as a Trainee Teacher or Cover Supervisor at welcoming secondary schools in Bristol!

Whether you're looking to build your experience in education or take your first steps towards a teaching career, this is your chance to earn and learn!

What You'll Be Doing:

Stepping into the classroom to deliver lessons and supervise students in the absence of teaching staff
Keeping students engaged, focused, and inspired throughout the school day
Supporting teaching teams while creating a safe, inclusive learning environment

What You'll Need:

Minimum of A levels (degree is a bonus!)
Experience in a secondary school is helpful but not essential - we offer full training and guidance
A confident, positive presence and a natural ability to communicate and manage a classroom

What's On Offer:

Competitive daily pay: £120/day for trainees | Up to £130/day for experienced Cover Supervisors
Flexible start from January 2026
Full-time and part-time roles available
Friendly school hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm
We'll handle your full vetting and process an enhanced child workforce DBS for you.

Why Join Tradewind? Because Your Future Matters.

  1. Get Paid What You Deserve - We negotiate the highest pay rates for our staff
  2. Train for the Future - FREE access to 2,500+ CPD courses via the outstanding National College
  3. Find Your Perfect Fit - Choose from daily, long-term, or permanent roles - all local to you
  4. Prioritise Your Wellbeing - We're a Sunday Times Top 100 Employer 4 years in a row
  5. Work with a Team that Cares - We put people first, always

Whether you're exploring a future in teaching or want to build on existing experience, this is your opportunity to make a real difference in a local Bristol school.

Interested? Apply today!
Contact Tom at 0117 301 7578
📧 Or email: tom.townley@twrecruitment.com

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