Cover Supervisor

Long Term Futures Ltd; Ashbourne CP; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a dependable Cover Supervisor for a full-time role in Ashbourne, offering a daily pay rate of £110 - £130. The ideal candidate will support student learning and provide administrative assistance in a secondary school. Required qualifications include 5 GCSEs including Math and English. Join a supportive team with career development opportunities and apply today!

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Supportive school team

Trial day offered

Qualifications

• Experience working with children aged 11-16.
• Teaching assistant qualification (desirable).
• First Aid qualification (desirable).
• Experience in a busy office environment fulfilling administration duties.

Responsibilities

• Supervise prepared lessons, ensuring students remain focused.
• Uphold the school's behaviour policy.
• Provide detailed feedback on pupil behaviour.
• Manage classes independently for up to 10 consecutive days.
• Communicate expectations, tasks, and homework to students.
• Assist with administration and school events.

Skills

Organisational skills

Effective communication

Proactivity

Ability to work with children

Education

5 GCSEs including Math and English (grade 4-9) or equivalent

Job description

Cover Supervisor in Derbyshire, DE6, offering a pay rate of £110 - £130 per day. This is a full-time, long-term placement with 22.20 hours per week and an immediate start.

Summary

We are seeking a dependable Cover Supervisor to support students and departmental administration in a mainstream secondary setting. The ideal candidate will be organised, proactive, and enthusiastic about helping students continue their learning smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise prepared lessons, ensuring students remain focused and learning continues seamlessly.
• Uphold the school's behaviour policy, promoting positive conduct and rewarding good effort.
• Provide detailed feedback on pupil behaviour and any arising issues to the relevant Curriculum Leader.
• Manage classes independently for up to 10 consecutive days per teacher, including the first 3 days.
• Communicate expectations, tasks, and homework from the usual teacher clearly to students.
• Assist with administration: invigilate exams, support departmental tasks, and help orient supply staff.
• Collect and return student work to teachers, and support school events or visits as required.

What We're Looking For

• 5 GCSE's including Math and English (grade 4-9) or equivalent.
• Experience working with children aged 11-16.
• Teaching assistant Qualification (Desirable).
• First Aid Qualification (Desirable).
• Experience of working in a busy office environment fulfilling a range of administration duties.
• Ability to communicate with other professionals and parents.

Why Join?

• Competitive daily rate and consistent hours.
• Supportive school team with career development opportunities.
• Trial day offered - no formal interview process.

We specialise in long-term and permanent placements, giving you the chance to build lasting connections within schools. Apply today or contact James directly to learn more about the role.