Cover Supervisor

Step Teachers; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Step Teachers is seeking enthusiastic Cover Supervisors to join their vibrant team. This role involves supervising classes during teacher absences, ensuring students stay on task, and maintaining a positive learning environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and the ability to manage classroom behavior effectively.

Benefits

Discounts on high street shopping

Travel discounts

Gym membership discounts

Access to well-being services

Referral bonus of £100

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage classroom behaviour effectively.
• Experience working with secondary-aged students is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students in the classroom during the absence of the regular teacher.
• Ensure students remain on task with the work set by the teacher.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with the school’s behaviour policy.

Skills

Communication

Classroom Management

Confidence

Flexibility

Job description

We are looking to appoint confident, reliable, and enthusiastic Cover Supervisors to join a vibrant team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people and is considering a career in education.

Role Overview

Cover Supervisors play a vital role in a school by supervising lessons during the short-term absence of teaching staff. You will be expected to deliver pre-prepared work to classes and maintain a positive learning environment. This position starts in September 2025.

Responsibilities as a Cover Supervisor:

1. Supervise students in the classroom during the absence of the regular teacher.
2. Ensure students remain on task with the work set by the teacher.
3. Manage classroom behaviour in line with the school’s behaviour policy.
4. Respond to questions from students and provide support where necessary.
5. Ensure the classroom is left tidy at the end of the lesson.

Essential Skills and Qualities:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage classroom behaviour effectively.
• Confidence and presence in front of a class.
• A flexible and proactive approach to work.
• Experience working with secondary-aged students (desirable but not essential).

Why Choose Step Teachers?

With over two decades of experience, our recruitment agency serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, and Devon. We have exclusive relationships with local schools and academies and dedicated teams across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, committed to supporting teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

As an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, Step Teachers adheres to REC standards for safeguarding children. Candidates are subject to enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations upon registration.

Our pay is processed through PAYE, and you gain access to exclusive deals, including discounts on high street shopping, travel, gym memberships, and more. Our pay portal also offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services to support your overall health.

Refer a friend and receive a £100 Amazon voucher. Both of you will also be entered into a draw to win a holiday worth up to £1000. If you know someone interested in temporary, permanent, or supply work, contact us today!