Cover Supervisor

Ribbons and Reeves Limited; Braintree; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Ribbons & Reeves Limited is recruiting a Cover Supervisor for a thriving Braintree secondary school. The role starts in September 2026, is full-time and long-term, and sits within a supportive teaching and pastoral team.

As a Cover Supervisor you will supervise classes, deliver pre-prepared lessons, and maintain a calm, productive learning environment while building positive relationships with students and staff. Previous secondary school experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold a 1st-Class or 2:1 in their relevant degree.
• Experienced working with secondary-aged students (essential).
• Organised, reliable and able to work independently.
• An excellent communicator who builds positive relationships with young people.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes in the absence of their regular teacher
• Deliver pre-prepared lessons and ensure students remain focused and engaged
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with the school's behaviour policy
• Support students with their learning and encourage positive participation
• Build positive, professional relationships with students and staff
• Provide feedback to teachers on student engagement and behaviour where appropriate
• Contribute to the wider school community and uphold its values

Education

1st-Class or 2:1 in relevant degree

Job description

Cover Supervisor – Secondary School in Braintree

Start Date: September 2026 | Full-Time | Long-Term

Are you a confident, organised and committed Cover Supervisor ready to make a meaningful impact in a thriving Braintree secondary school? Ribbons & Reeves are supporting a high-performing, inclusive school seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor to join their supportive teaching and pastoral team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Cover Supervisor with experience working with young people, who thrives in a structured, student-centred environment and is eager to contribute to a school with strong values, high expectations and a positive community ethos.

The Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will:

• Supervise classes in the absence of their regular teacher
• Deliver pre-prepared lessons and ensure students remain focused and engaged
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with the school's behaviour policy
• Support students with their learning and encourage positive participation
• Build positive, professional relationships with students and staff
• Provide feedback to teachers on student engagement and behaviour where appropriate
• Contribute to the wider school community and uphold its values

This Cover Supervisor role requires someone who is confident, reliable, adaptable and able to maintain a calm and purposeful learning environment.

The Ideal Cover Supervisor

The school is looking for a Cover Supervisor who is:

• Must hold a 1st-Class or 2:1 in their relevant degreeConfident and composed when managing a classroom
• Organised, reliable and able to work independently
• An excellent communicator who builds positive relationships with young people
• Experienced working with secondary-aged students (essential)
• Consistent and confident in managing behaviour
• Motivated, reflective and eager to develop professionally
• A positive team player who contributes to school life