Primary Teacher
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This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2314 (94% match) is an eligible occupation, and Ribbons & Reeves is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
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What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2314 Primary education teaching professionals Most likely code | £25,000 | £25,000 | £25,000 | £25,000 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Primary Teacher / Cover Teacher – London
Ribbons & Reeves are recruiting Primary Teachers and Cover Teachers to work across primary schools in London.
This role is ideal for qualified teachers who can step into classrooms, follow planning and keep pupils learning on track.
Primary Teacher / Cover Teacher | Key Details
• £150-200 per day, dependent on experience
• Immediate starts available
• EYFS, KS1 and KS2 opportunities
• Short-term and long-term roles
• PAYE via Ribbons & Reeves
• Flexible work around your availability
Primary Teacher / Cover Teacher | The Role
• Cover classes when teachers are absent
• Deliver pre-planned lessons
• Maintain routines, behaviour and engagement
• Adapt confidently across different year groups
• Support pupils with learning and progress
Primary Teacher / Cover Teacher | Requirements
• QTS required
• Primary teaching experience
• Confident managing a classroom independently
• Reliable, adaptable and professional
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service preferred
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Where this offer sits in the market
Primary education teaching professionals (SOC 2314) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~313k in sample- Middle half £40,196–54,548
- Median £48,100
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What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
Skilled Worker roles must clear both the general salary threshold and the occupation-specific going rate. See our occupation eligibility guide for the current figures.