Cover Supervisor

LINK3 RECRUITMENT LIMITED; Belper CP; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A specialist education recruitment agency is seeking a Cover Supervisor to support secondary schools in Belper. The role involves delivering lesson plans, managing classroom behavior, and facilitating student learning. Ideal candidates will have experience working with young people, strong communication skills, and a commitment to safeguarding. This is a temporary position with potential for permanence.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience working with young people, preferably in a secondary school.
• Must hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and supervise lessons set by the class teacher.
• Maintain a focused, safe, and respectful classroom environment.
• Manage behaviour in accordance with the school’s behaviour policy.
• Support students with their learning and answer general questions.
• Complete any administrative tasks related to the cover lesson.
• Report any safeguarding or behaviour concerns to senior staff.

Skills

Classroom management

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Adaptability

Professional manner

Education

Degree or Level 3 qualification

Job description

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About Us

Link3 Recruitment is a specialist education recruitment agency committed to placing skilled professionals in schools across the UK. We are currently recruiting for Cover Supervisors to work across secondary schools in Belper. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals passionate about education, who are confident managing classrooms & supporting students' learning in the absence of the regular teacher.

The Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will be responsible for delivering pre-set lesson plans across a range of subjects at Key Stage 3 & Key Stage 4. This role does not require subject-specific teaching, but you must be able to manage classroom behaviour, ensure that students remain on task, and report any issues back to the relevant staff. This is a temporary position with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver and supervise lessons set by the class teacher across various subjects

Maintain a focused, safe, and respectful classroom environment

Manage behaviour in accordance with the school’s behaviour policy

Support students with their learning and answer general questions where needed

Complete any administrative tasks related to the cover lesson (e.g. feedback forms)

Report any safeguarding or behaviour concerns to senior staff

To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following:

Experience:

At least 1 year of experience working with young people (preferably in a secondary school or youth setting)

Qualifications:

A degree or Level 3 qualification is desirable but not essential

Skills:

Confident classroom presence and good behaviour management

Strong communication and organisational skills

Adaptable and resilient approach to managing varied classroom situations

Professional and approachable manner

DBS Check:

All applicants must hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check (Child Workforce). If not registered on the update service, the cost may be passed to the applicant. Link3 Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Location

This role is based in Belper, covering a range of secondary schools within the area.

How to Apply

If you're confident in the classroom and passionate about supporting secondary education, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a brief cover letter to [emailprotected] or apply online at www.link3recruitment.co.uk.