Cover Teacher

Summary

We seek an enthusiastic Teacher to join the staff of our unique, friendly and highly regarded GSA and IAPS School from January 2026, on a 6-month contract, to provide cover across the school.

Detail

The Cavendish School

31 Inverness Street, London, NW1 7HB

www.cavendishschool.co.uk

Current roll size: c.192

A small, inclusive independent school in Camden Town for girls aged 3 to 11.

We seek an enthusiastic Teacher to join the staff of our unique, friendly and highly regarded GSA and IAPS School from January 2026, on a 6-month contract, to provide cover across the school.

We have an outstanding reputation and we therefore require a highly skilled teacher, motivated to provide pupils with high-class care and development. We will expect you to encourage independence and curiosity, and provide a secure and stimulating environment in which children are motivated to reach their potential while contributing to the girls’ pastoral care.

Please return your completed application form together with a covering letter by email to Mrs Kerry Dignan at hrcomp@cavendish-school.co.uk

The closing date for applications is 11am on Friday 5th December, although applications will be processed as they are received.

Interviews will take place on the morning of Thursday 11th December. References will be requested for candidates invited for an interview prior to this date.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents

• Cover Teacher Person Specification PDF Document
• Recruitment Privacy Notice (Oct 2023) PDF Document
• The Cavendish School Application Form DOCX Document
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Policy for Employees and Other Adults (Dec 2024) PDF Document
• Working at The Cavendish School PDF Document
• Staff Safer Recruitment Policy (Dec 2024) PDF Document
• Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy (Sept 2025) PDF Document
• Cover Teacher Job Description PDF Document