General Cover Class Teacher - Hillingdon Primary

1st September start
Part Time
Posted about 2 hours ago
Expiring 16th July
Hillingdon, London
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Summary: We are seeking a dedicated Full-Time Primary Teacher to join our vibrant and inclusive primary school community in Hillingdon. This role is an excellent opportunity for an educator committed to fostering a nurturing environment where every child can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The successful candidate will align with our school’s ethos of providing a personalised, inspiring education rooted in mutual respect, curiosity, and a commitment to lifelong learning. The position is part-time, offering a flexible yet impactful contribution to our school’s mission to support every child's unique development through innovative teaching practices. The role is available from [start date] and will continue through the academic year, with potential for ongoing appointment. Key Responsibilities: - Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons in accordance with the national curriculum, ensuring pupils’ individual needs and learning styles are addressed. - Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment that promotes respect, independence, and resilience, reflecting the school’s values of kindness and collaboration. - Assess and monitor pupils’ progress regularly, maintaining accurate records to inform future planning and reporting. - Support the social and emotional wellbeing of pupils, fostering a safe and welcoming atmosphere that encourages confidence and mutual respect. - Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and carers to support pupils’ holistic development and to meet the needs of all learners. - Adapt teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). - Contribute to the planning and organisation of school activities, events, and curriculum development initiatives. - Uphold the school’s ethos of fostering a love of learning and ensuring that all children are valued as individuals with unique talents and potential. Why Join Zen Educate? At Zen Educate, we understand the importance of work-life balance for teachers and teaching assistants. Whether you are looking for better pay, more flexibility in your schedule, or hands-on support to help you find the right role, we are here to support you every step of the way. Join our platform today and let us help you take the next step in your career.
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This welcoming primary school, situated in a suburban area, opened its doors in September 2014. We are committed to providing a high-quality educational experience that supports the development and success of our children and families. Located adjacent to a large park with extensive green space, our school benefits from a vibrant outdoor environment that enriches our curriculum. Our engaging and stimulating approach to learning helps children become confident, successful learners and realise their full potential. Our school is a special community where children are at the centre of everything we do. We are a centre of high aspirations, celebrating achievements across all levels and genres. We promote optimism and foster self-belief, ambition, and challenge within an inclusive environment that values every individual. At our school, we focus on a set of shared values known as the LFP Way. These include showing respect, being a role model, telling the truth, and aiming high. These principles are important to all children, staff, and parents, guiding behaviour both within the school and beyond. The entire school community actively promotes these values and recognises their positive influence throughout the school environment.

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I'm having trouble registering

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How do I interview? Do I have to come to your office?

To make sure you're getting bookings perfect for you, we will invite you to a 30-minute online interview with our team to learn about your experience, preferences and why you're passionate about working in education. You can do this through any smartphone or computer. If you'd prefer to interview in person at our office, just let us know. Recent regulation changes require us to see your documents for your right to work in the UK in person. This takes no more than 5 minutes, dropping by our offices in London or Manchester.

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I only have overseas experience. Is that OK?

Generally schools prefer teachers and TAs who are familiar with the UK Curriculum, but this can vary. We'd be happy to speak to you about your experience, and find out if we'd be able to help you find a role.

Vetting

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Can you apply for a DBS for me?

Yes. If you need a DBS or your DBS needs updating we can apply for one fore you. The cost of a DBS is £47.20 which we will reimburse once you have worked 10 days through Zen.

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I don't have recent references, can I still sign up?

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Roles

What roles do you cover?

We help Teachers, Teaching Assistants, and Cover Supervisors find work. We work with all types of schools and help with short-term, long-term and permanent roles. Many of our long-term roles convert to permanent roles. We make it far easier than a traditional agency for teachers to convert temporary positions into permanent ones.

What areas do you cover?

We work with over 400 schools in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds.

How much work is there?

Generally speaking, we have consistently high demand for daily supply teachers in Greater London, Manchester Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds. Teaching assistant work is generally higher for long-term roles rather than daily supply cover.

Do you have primary, secondary or nursery jobs?

Yes. We can help with daily supply and long-term jobs in nurseries, primary schools and secondary schools. We don't typically have jobs in further education or college.

Do you have work for cover supervisors, invigilators, or school administrators?

While the majority of our work is for teachers and teaching assistants, we do also have work for cover supervisors and invigilators. Explain what you are looking for when you sign up and our team will help you.

What subjects do you cover?

We cover all subjects taught in primary and secondary schools - if you're not sure if we can help you with what you're looking for, please register and arrange to speak to a member of our Teacher Success team.

Do you do school admin jobs?

If you're looking for teaching or teaching assistant roles, and would also be interested in admin roles, it's worth letting us know. If you're only looking for admin roles, we might not be the place for you, as this isn't what we specialise in.

General

How is Zen different from a recruitment agency?

Zen Educate is a technology platform to connect teachers with schools directly. Agencies are an expensive middleman between schools and teachers. They have to charge high commissions because their booking procedures are largely manual and run on outdated systems. Because we run more of the process online or on your phone, we create an experience that delights schools and teachers at a fraction of the cost.

What roles do you cover?

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