Cover Supervisor

Teaching Personnel; Butlocks Heath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Cover Supervisor for secondary school support. The role involves supervising classes, delivering lesson materials, and managing student behaviour effectively. Strong communication and leadership skills are required, alongside a commitment to pupil individuality and inclusion. Ideal for graduates considering a career in teaching. This position offers valuable classroom experience and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Access to roles in partner schools

Free CPD Academy training

Support from a dedicated consultant

Opportunities for permanent roles

Qualifications

• Confident individuals with strong communication and leadership skills.
• Resilient, adaptable people who can manage challenging behaviour.
• Valuing pupil individuality and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes across subjects in the absence of the teacher.
• Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials and keep students engaged.
• Support pupils of all abilities, including those with additional needs.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Leadership skills

Behaviour management

Adaptability

Job description

Overview

Cover Supervisor - Secondary School Classroom Support

Teaching Personnel are recruiting for a Cover Supervisor to join one of our partner secondary schools on a full-time basis. This is an exciting opportunity for confident and resilient individuals who are motivated by the challenge of working with young people and want to gain valuable classroom experience.

The school has a strong focus on inclusion and individuality. Behaviour can be challenging at times, but staff are supported by clear systems, consistent expectations, and a collaborative team culture. This role is ideal for someone who sees challenge as rewarding and values the chance to make a real impact on students' lives.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes across a range of subjects in the absence of the class teacher.
• Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials and keep students engaged.
• Use effective behaviour management strategies to create a positive learning environment.
• Support pupils of all abilities, including those with additional needs.
• Build relationships based on respect, consistency, and encouragement.

We are looking for

• Confident individuals with strong communication and leadership skills.
• Graduates considering a career in teaching, or Cover Supervisors/TAs seeking progression and consistency.
• Resilient, adaptable people who can manage challenging behaviour and remain calm under pressure.
• Someone who values pupil individuality and inclusion.

Benefits of working with Teaching Personnel

• Access to a wide range of roles in long-standing partner schools.
• Free CPD Academy training (behaviour management, safeguarding, SEN and more).
• Support from a dedicated consultant throughout your career.
• Opportunities for long-term roles, permanent contracts, and teacher training pathways.
• Be part of the UK's leading education recruitment agency, trusted for over 25 years.
• This is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to build experience in secondary education, develop classroom management skills, and make a positive difference every day.
• Apply today to find out more and start your journey as a Cover Supervisor.

Additional information

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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