Cover English Teacher

Cover English Teacher

Reference number: JR(phone number removed)
Location: Bloomsbury, London
Working pattern: Cover Teacher
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract, Until end of August 2026
Number of roles: 4
Salary: £19.60 - £22.82 per hour depending on experience plus holiday pay

We are looking for an English Cover Teacher to join our team.

We are looking to appoint a committed, passionate English language cover teacher to deliver engaging and successful lessons to classes of multilingual students. As a teacher on the front line of our academic delivery, you will pay particular attention to ensuring lessons are well planned, appropriate to the level and encourage interaction and an effective mix of the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. You will combine professionalism in the classroom and attention to the administrative requirements of the role with a high level of approachability and concern for the needs of your students. Possibility of full time hours as enrolment increases.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who may be currently working as an English Language Teacher, who is looking to expand their skills and build their career with an industry leader.

What you’ll bring to the role

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Bachelor’s degree

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TEFLI Status - For example via a CELTA or equivalent

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Ability to develop learner autonomy with students

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Ability to find and present solutions to problems

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Ability to motivate students to achieve goals

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Ability to relate to and build rapport with international students

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Ability to teach effectively, achieve results and inspire students to learn

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Ability to use initiative when required

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Ability to work effectively on an individual basis and as a member of a team

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Excellent communication skills

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Excellent IT skills including MS Office

What we do

Every year, Kaplan International Languages(KIL) helps students from various countries to develop and improve their English language skills. With a network of schools spanning 6 countries, KIL has the largest presence of any international language school in the English-speaking world. Our schools are in vibrant, sought-after and convenient locations, providing our students with the right environment to achieve their goals. We offer a wide selection of courses from General English and exam courses through to 8-month intensive programs.

What we offer

As well as a competitive salary, hybrid/home working where possible, and paths for career progression, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

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28 days annual leave*

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Big discounts on Kaplan courses for you and your family

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24/7 confidential helpline providing counselling and other support services

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Company pension contributions

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Maternity, Adoption, Shared Parental and Paternity/Partner pay which is well above statutory levels

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Medicash Health Cash Plan

*Please note that the annual leave entitlement will be calculated on a pro rata basis if the role is part time.

How to apply

To apply for this role please submit a CV along with a Cover Letter detailing how you meet the requirements of the role no later than 11pm 21st June 2026. Note, we recommend that you apply at the earliest as we reserve the right to close the role before the closing date if we have gathered a suitable shortlist.

Disability Confident Scheme and Reasonable Adjustments

At Kaplan International, we are committed to working in a diverse organisation and strive to provide equality of opportunity for all. We encourage and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or identity, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership.

Following the submission of an application, applicants will receive details of how to request their application be considered under our Disability Confident Scheme. Applicants will also be given information on how to request reasonable adjustments if selected for interview