Job Description

Tradewind Recruitment is working closely with a range of secondary schools across Merton to recruit enthusiastic day-to-day supply teachers from October 2026.

This role is ideal for teachers looking for flexible, short-term cover work, allowing you to maintain work-life balance while gaining experience across a variety of school environments.

Your role will include:

Providing day-to-day classroom cover across KS3, KS4 and KS5

Delivering pre-planned lessons and supporting pupil progress

Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies

Offering feedback to permanent staff when requiredWe're looking for:

QTS with recent UK secondary classroom experience

Confidence adapting quickly to new schools and year groups

Strong communication and behaviour management skills

A commitment to safeguarding and positive student outcomes

An Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)Why work with Tradewind?

Flexible work to suit your availability

Competitive daily rates of £150-£170

Access to well-run, supportive secondary schools

FREE access to 2,500+ CPD courses via The National College

Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultantIf you're an experienced Cover Supervisor or are looking to gain further classroom experience in secondary schools, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to register with Tradewind Recruitment and take the next step in your education career.

For more information about the role, please contact Raj Joshi on (phone number removed) (Option 3) or email