Cover Supervisor

Axcis Education Recruitment; Bolton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency in Bolton is seeking dedicated Cover Supervisors to deliver engaging lessons in secondary schools. Ideal for those with classroom experience, this role involves supporting the curriculum and ensuring a safe learning environment. Job offers competitive pay, flexible schedules, and access to training opportunities. Candidates should have relevant experience and a compassionate approach to education. This is a temporary position with potential for long-term roles.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Discounts on high street brands

Access to CPD training opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

Refer-a-friend scheme

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in secondary schools or similar educational settings.
• Confident in delivering full lessons and managing classrooms independently.
• Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with students, staff, and families.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons aligned with the school curriculum.
• Lead small group interventions focused on core subjects.
• Ensure a safe learning environment that promotes respect.

Skills

Classroom management

Intervention leadership

Relationship building

Compassionate approach

Education

Degree or relevant teaching assistant qualification

Job description

About the Role

Axcis Education is expanding its dedicated and confident pool of Cover Supervisors to deliver engaging and effective cover lessons in secondary schools across Bolton and Greater Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to gain hands‑on classroom experience — ideal for graduates, experienced teaching assistants, or individuals with prior experience in education who want flexible school‑based work.

You’ll play a vital role supporting the school curriculum by delivering pre‑planned lessons, leading small group interventions, and providing high‑quality classroom supervision.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons in line with the school’s curriculum.
• Lead or support small group interventions focused on core subjects such as English, Maths and Science.
• Ensure a safe and calm learning environment that promotes focus and respect.
• Identify and help remove barriers to learning.
• Apply reasonable adjustments to support SEND learners and those with additional needs.
• Use de‑escalation techniques and consistently apply the school’s reward and behaviour policies.
• Encourage positive peer interactions and help pupils develop strong social communication skills.
• Promote emotional regulation, resilience and structured routines to support student wellbeing.

Our Partner Schools

Our partner schools are inclusive, mainstream secondary schools across Bolton and Greater Manchester. They offer supportive, nurturing and inclusive environments that prioritise emotional wellbeing alongside academic success.

They value:

• Emotionally safe and structured classrooms.
• Whole‑child approaches to teaching and learning.
• Strong partnerships with families and external agencies.
• Clear policies and procedures for promoting positive behaviour.
• A focus on positive relationships, pupil voice and child‑led learning.
• A broad range of pastoral support and enrichment activities to develop confident, well‑rounded learners.

Qualifications & Experience

• 2+ years of experience working in secondary schools or similar educational settings.
• Confident delivering full lessons and managing classrooms independently.
• Demonstrate a calm, patient and compassionate approach with young people.
• Can build strong, trusting relationships with students, staff and families.
• Have a degree or relevant teaching assistant qualification (desirable but not essential).

This role would suit graduates, unqualified teachers, cover supervisors, HLTAs or experienced teaching assistants seeking career development in education.

Benefits

• Competitive rates of pay and flexible working options.
• Discounts on high street brands such as Boohoo, Apple and EE through our PAYE partner.
• Access to CPD training opportunities, including Autism Awareness, Behaviour Management, Team Teach and Non‑verbal Communication.
• Dedicated consultant support from education specialists with SEND expertise.
• Professional guidance and career development tailored to your goals.
• A fantastic refer‑a‑friend scheme and opportunities for long‑term placements or permanent roles.

INDMAN

If you are interested, please click on the apply button and contact Aaron Royle on 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 5015.

Never forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short‑term and long‑term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face‑to‑face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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Contact: Aaron Royle

Telephone: [phone] l Ext: 5015