Cover Supervisor

Vision for Education - Cambridge; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Cover Supervisor Trainee for a secondary school in Bury St Edmunds. The role involves leading classes of approximately 30 pupils in the absence of the teacher, managing classroom behavior, and facilitating learning across various subjects. Training will be provided for those new to the role. This position offers a great opportunity to gain experience before applying for Initial Teacher Training. Daily pay ranges from £550 to £600 based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Passion for education and supporting young people.
• Ability to manage classroom behaviour effectively.
• Strong facilitation skills for planned lessons.

Responsibilities

• Lead lessons for approximately 30 pupils in the absence of a teacher.
• Facilitate learning across various secondary school subjects.
• Record accurate registers and provide handover to absent teacher.

Skills

Adaptability

Motivation

Confidence

Organisation

Job description

Cover Supervisor Trainee

Bury St Edmunds

£550 - £600 per week (salary is depending on experience and/or qualifications)

January 2026

The School and Role

We are working with a secondary School in Bury St Edmunds. Our partnering Secondary schools are seeking candidates to work as Cover Supervisors, successful candidates will have the opportunity to work on daily supply or in longer fixed term supply contracts.

As a Cover Supervisor you will be responsible for leading lessons of approximately 30 pupils in the absence of the class teacher. You will cover classes across the full range of secondary school subjects, but don't worry, you are not expected to be a subject specialist in each area. The lesson will always be planned, and this will be provided in advance. It is your role as the Cover Supervisor to facilitate the classes learning, manage classroom behaviour, record accurate registers, and provide a handover to the absent teacher. Successful Cover Supervisors are adaptable, flexible, motivated, confident and organised, they have a passion for education and supporting young people.

This role provides a great opportunity to gain experience of working within a Secondary school prior to applying to Initial Teacher Training. Although previous experience of working in a Secondary School is desirable it is not essential.

If you are new to the role, you will be offered a comprehensive Cover Supervisor Training Programme to equip you will the skills you need. Visit our website