Vacancy Title: Day Cover Teachers – Urgently Needed

Vacancy Overview:
Link Education is seeking inspiring and exceptional Cover Teachers to join our team, providing cover across schools in the Bromley, Sidcup, Dartford, and Crystal Palace areas. This is an excellent opportunity for motivated teachers to support schools on a day-to-day basis with the potential for longer-term assignments.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Deliver planned lessons effectively in the absence of the regular teacher

  • Develop and implement engaging teaching materials, including practical activities and experiments where applicable

  • Create and maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment

  • Manage student behaviour and ensure a positive classroom atmosphere

  • Adapt quickly to different school environments and curriculum requirements

Requirements:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

  • Experience delivering lessons across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5

  • Demonstrated success in achieving strong student outcomes

  • Experience or the potential to lead and inspire within a department

  • Degree-level education preferred

Location: London / Kent (Bromley, Sidcup, Dartford, Crystal Palace)
Job Type: Interim / Supply / Day-to-Day Cover
Sector: Secondary Education
Salary: £150 per day

If you are a flexible and committed professional ready to make an immediate impact, we would love to hear from you.

To apply or learn more, please contact Link Education today.

Before & After School Club – Manager – Orpington

We are currently hiring on behalf of a client for a Before and After School Club Manager in the Orpington area. This is an exciting and fun opportunity for someone with relevant experience looking for their next role.

The manager will be responsible for the management of all the staff in the setting and the welfare of the children attending the club, both before and after school.

Qualifications & Requirements:

  • NVQ level 3 in Child Care/Playworker or equivalent (Desirable)
  • Can be working towards the qualification whilst in role (Essential)
  • Excellent communication skills (Essential)
  • Recent experience of working with children age 4-11 (Essential)
  • Good organisational skills (Essential)
  • Good knowledge and understanding of equal opportunities and special educational needs (Essential)
  • Relevant supervisory/management experience (Essential)
  • First Aid qualification (Essential)
  • Food Hygiene Qualification (Desirable)
  • Experience of administration systems (Desirable)
  • Competent in using computer systems including email and Microsoft Word and Publisher (Essential)
  • Excel (Essential)

Duties & Responsibilities:

Delivering Before & After School Provision:

  • To lead the day to day management and organisation of Beyond.
  • To provide line management to a team of play workers and supervisors directing the work of staff based at Beyond. To supervise their activities and inducting new staff members.
  • To oversee, lead and motivate a team of staff to deliver high quality creative play opportunities in a safe and caring environment
  • Liaise with the school/Senco with regard to the needs of the children who attend the club
  • To be the contact between the parents and Beyond both directly and via emails
  • Report any Safeguard concerns promptly and ensure staff are aware who the Safeguard Lead is on duty during both term and holiday time and how to contact them.

Management & Administration:

  • Print the registers for the before and after school club, and maintain the online booking system
  • Organising staff cover during both term time and holiday cover
  • Ordering of necessary resources and food
  • Uphold, implement and regularly review all policies and procedures of the group in partnership with the staff team and the school.
  • Maintain all records relating to the management of the group ensuring confidentiality and data protection of the children, their families and members of staff.
  • Manage the online payment system (Schoolcomms), ensure that parents are not in arrears
  • Manage the adjustments to day to day bookings ensuring that parents are charged correctly.
  • To be responsible for the day to day administration and record keeping that includes maintaining records of attendance and providing information returns and other appropriate records as required and maintaining records of staff attendances, checking and authorising any overtime claims.
  • To effectively manage the occupancy levels of Beyond and waiting lists.
  • Monitor and evaluate the quality of the service.
  • Maintaining working relationships across all settings.
  • To ensure that adequate standards of safety and hygiene are maintained throughout Beyond, including the completion of appropriate risk assessments and recording and reporting of hazards and accidents.
  • To ensure that all staff work within the policies and guidance and procedures of the schools’ policies
  • Undertake Performance Management of Beyond staff identifying any training needs

Staff:

  • Be an active part of the staff recruitment process.
  • Monitor staff sickness/absence and organise cover where needed
  • Ensure all Beyond staff have adequate qualifications i.e. First Aid, Safeguarding and Food Hygiene as required
  • To work in partnership with the School to provide a performance appraisal system for staff and  organise staff training to meet identified training needs
  • Take responsibility for personal professional development, including participation in own annual appraisal, any necessary training and attending.

Enquire with us today if you or someone you know could be a suitable applicant.

Vacancy Title: Sociology Teacher – Maternity Cover

We are currently recruiting on behalf of one of our secondary schools for an inspirational and experienced Sociology Teacher to cover KS3, KS4, and KS5 on a maternity contract.

The successful candidate will be expected to plan and deliver engaging, high-quality lessons, assess student progress, and contribute to the ongoing development of the Sociology curriculum. The school has a modern, forward-thinking ethos and demonstrates outstanding student behaviour across all year groups.

Key Duties / Responsibilities:

  • Plan and deliver high-quality Sociology lessons in line with the curriculum

  • Inspire and motivate students to reach their full academic potential

  • Assess, track, and report on student progress effectively

  • Develop engaging teaching materials and resources

  • Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment

  • Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to department improvement

  • Participate in school events, meetings, and training as required

Requirements:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

  • Experience delivering Sociology at KS3, KS4 & KS5

  • Strong classroom management and communication skills

  • Proven track record of positive student outcomes

  • A degree in Sociology or a related subject

Package / Benefits:

  • Competitive pay rates

  • Holiday pay entitlement

  • Pension contributions

  • Supportive SLT and collaborative working environment

  • Opportunity to work in a well-respected, high-achieving school

Location: Kent

Job Type: Fixed Term Contract

Sector: Secondary

Salary Range: variable depending on experience

If you’re an experienced Sociology teacher seeking a rewarding maternity cover role within a supportive and dynamic school, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!

Education Recruitment Consultant

Education Recruitment Consultant

Link Education Ltd is a very well established and respected education recruitment agency that has been supporting schools and day nurseries across London, Kent and the South East for more than twenty-three years with their staffing requirements.

Due to our market position, reputation, and continued success, we are looking to add to our friendly team of Recruitment Consultants.

As an Education Recruitment Consultant, you will be providing Teacher’s and school support staff on short-term and long-term assignments as well as permanent placements. You will manage the process from end to end as a 360 consultant, bring schools and educators together, towards a better education experience for pupils.

The Role:

As a part of our team, you will:

  • Developing business through sales, networking, and marketing techniques
  • Organise interviews and providing candidates with essential information
  • Liaising and maintaining strong client and candidate relationships
  • Sourcing candidates through various job boards and social media platforms
  • Advertising vacancies effectively

We are looking for someone who has:

  • We’re looking for individuals with a background in sales and recruitment, as the skills you already possess are easily transferable!
  • To be confident at building long standing relationships with clients and candidates
  • The right mindset – honest and flexible with the determination to succeed and to enjoy working to structured goals and targets on a daily, weekly and monthly basis

What we offer you:

  • Competitive salary
  • Uncapped NO THRESHOLD commission
  • Benefit from reduced hours during school holidays
  • Receive continuous in-house training to ensure your success
  • Dress Down days
  • Birthday Leave

This is a full 360 recruitment role where you will liaise with clients and candidates daily and our highly experienced team will provide you with support and training.

You will need to have enthusiasm for recruitment, great business development skills combined with passion, ambition, and a strong desire to succeed.

If you believe you have strengths we are looking for, please apply and we will contact you to arrange an interview.

Nursery Nurses – East London

Due to an increase in demand for both temporary cover and permanent nursery staff, we are expanding our team and are now recruiting passionate and reliable Nursery Practitioners. Whether you’re looking for a long-term position or flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle, we have opportunities available across a range of local day nurseries.

Working with Us Offers You:

  • Competitive rates of pay

  • Flexible working hours to suit your availability

  • Regular work in local nurseries

  • Fortnightly pay

  • Support with permanent placements

Requirements:

  • A recognised childcare qualification or a minimum of 6 months experience working with children

  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for a new one

  • A genuine passion for working with children

  • Reliable, professional, and trustworthy

If you’re looking to take the next step in your childcare career – whether on a flexible or permanent basis – get in touch today. We’d love to hear from you.

Secondary School Religious Education (RE) Teacher – Rochester

We are seeking a committed and inspirational Religious Education Teacher to join our vibrant and forward-thinking Humanities department. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate educator to make a real difference in the spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development of our students.

Key Duties / Responsibilities:

As a key member of our Humanities team, you will:

  • Deliver high-quality RE lessons to KS3
  • Create a supportive classroom environment where students feel confident to express ideas and beliefs
  • Contribute to the wider ethos of our inclusive and values-driven school
  • Take part in curriculum development and whole-school initiatives

Requirements:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in the UK
  • Experience teaching RE at secondary level
  • Strong classroom management and communication skills
  • Commitment to inclusive education and safeguarding young people

KS2 Class Teacher – Erith

Vacancy overview: We are working in partnership with a warm and welcoming primary school in Erith who are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated KS2 Class Teacher to join their team from September. This is a fantastic opportunity for either an experienced teacher or an ECT looking to begin their teaching journey in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Key Duties / Responsibilities:

-Teaching a Key Stage 2 class (Year group to be confirmed based on experience and school needs)

  • Planning and delivering creative, engaging lessons in line with the National Curriculum
  • Assessing and tracking pupil progress to ensure all children reach their potential
  • Building positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents
  • Creating a safe, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment

Requirements:

  • Hold QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
  • Have experience teaching within KS2 (or strong KS1 experience and confidence transitioning)
  • Be passionate about making a difference in children’s lives
  • Be committed to maintaining high standards of teaching and learning
  • Have excellent classroom management skills
  • Work well as part of a team and contribute to the wider school community

What the school offer:

  • A friendly and inclusive community with a strong team ethos
  • Engaged, well-behaved pupils who enjoy learning
  • Supportive leadership and opportunities for professional development
  • Well-resourced classrooms and outdoor learning spaces
  • A commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance

KS2 Class Teacher – Dartford – Maternity Cover

Vacancy overview: This is a great opportunity to come and be a part of a fantastic and supportive team for a short-term placement in KS2.

Key Duties / Responsibilities:

  • Collaborative PPA time within your year group
  • Ongoing CPD and opportunities for professional growth
  • Time set aside for assessment and pupil progress reviews

Requirements:

An exciting opportunity for a committed, enthusiastic, and creative teacher to inspire and educate the next generation.

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about teaching and keen to make a real difference in children’s lives. You’ll be joining a supportive and forward-thinking team that values wellbeing, creative learning, and a broad, balanced curriculum—including sports, music, and languages.

What the school offer:

  • A friendly and inclusive community with a strong team ethos
  • Engaged, well-behaved pupils who enjoy learning
  • Supportive leadership and opportunities for professional development
  • Well-resourced classrooms and outdoor learning spaces
  • A commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance

Maths Teacher – needed in Bromley and Lewisham  

An Academy is looking for multiple Maths Teachers to join them on a permanent basis for September.

This Academy is one of our best clients and always take the time to ensure staff develop and grow alongside their students.

Key Duties / Responsibilities:

  • Establish a safe and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect.
  • Set goals that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions.
  • Have a secure knowledge of the relevant subject(s) and curriculum areas taught, foster and maintain pupils’ interest in the subject, and address misunderstandings.
  • Impart knowledge and develop understanding through effective use of lesson time
  • Promote a love of learning and children’s intellectual curiosity
  • Set homework (and house this on the VLE) and plan other out-of-class activities to consolidate and extend the knowledge and understanding pupils have acquired
  • Know and understand how to assess the relevant subject and curriculum areas you teach, including statutory assessment requirements
  • Make use of formative and summative assessment to secure pupils’ progress
  • Use relevant data to monitor progress, set targets, and plan subsequent lessons

Requirements:

  • Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree
  • Have successful teaching experience at secondary level (can be teaching practice), ideally including experience in multi-ethnic urban schools and of working in an 11-18 school
  • Understand the theory and practice of effective teaching and learning
  • Understand the importance of high expectations and equality of access for all students, and of being a tutor
  • Have knowledge of National Curriculum requirements at KS3 and KS4, and of writing lesson plans, developing resources and assessing students’ work
  • Be able to work as part of a team and to develop and maintain positive relationships with all staff
  • Have a good level of ICT skills, ideally including innovative use of interactive white boards
  • Be able to create a motivating and safe learning environment for all students
  • Be able to communicate positively with parents, carers and other external agencies where necessary
  • Have good written and spoken communication skills

Design & Technology Technician – Bromley

A school based in Bromley are looking for a Design & Technology Technician to join them ready for September.

The school strives to be the best they can be so the ideal individual for the role should be someone who is successful and hardworking by nature. With an outstanding art department and amazing materials, they have the tools for someone to demand nothing but amazing results for the students and the school.

Teaching and Learning:

  • Assist with the setting up of Technology resources across the Department (Resistant Materials, Textiles, Food Technology and Art), as required.
  • Preparing apparatus, materials and solutions and setting up equipment and apparatus for use in practical classes and / or examinations / assessments across the department.
  • Support teachers across the Department during classes and clubs, both during and after the school day.
  • Ensure all rooms after lessons are clean and tidy and ready for the next lesson.
  • Assist the Head of Department with maintaining material stocks for the department, ensuring forthcoming pupil needs are met.
  • Update of the equipment stock list register, and ensure that all equipment is maintained and serviced on a timely basis.
  • Continuously develop your own practice, taking responsibility for identifying and addressing your own training and development needs.
  • In carrying out the tasks in this job description you have a duty (under Health & Safety legislation) to take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and that of others.
  • This implies taking positive steps to monitor and maintain a safe and secure working environment. It is expected that whilst maintaining an effective and efficient working environment you comply with safety rules and procedures and to ensure that nothing you do, or fail to do, puts yourself or others at risk.