Cover Supervisor

AMA Admin; Cheadle Hulme; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay up to £125 per day

APSCo Compliance+ accreditation

Flexible full-time and part-time

Culture-matched placements

Priority partnership schools

CPD courses before placement

PSHE lesson plans and resources

Educator wellbeing resources

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting a Cover Supervisor in Hulme to support welcoming secondary schools on a short‑term, long‑term or temp‑to‑perm basis. This role suits graduates, aspiring teachers, coaches or anyone with experience working with children who can lead a classroom.

You'll join schools in Hulme that value inclusion, student wellbeing and high expectations. This opportunity offers flexible full‑time and part‑time placements with competitive pay and potential permanent routes through

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people in a school, coaching, youth work, mentoring or care setting.
• Previous Cover Supervisor experience is desirable but not essential.
• Strong behaviour management skills and the confidence to lead a classroom independently.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A calm, confident and adaptable approach.
• A professional presence and ability to establish positive relationships with pupils.
• A genuine interest in education and supporting young people.
• Graduates and aspiring teachers are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Delivering pre-set lessons across a range of secondary subjects in the absence of the class teacher.
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively in line with school policies.
• Ensuring students remain focused, engaged and on task throughout lessons.
• Supporting pupils with their learning and responding appropriately to individual needs.
• Building positive relationships with students and school staff.
• Maintaining a safe, positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Providing feedback to teaching staff following lessons where required.

Skills

Strong behaviour management

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Calm and adaptable

Professional presence

Relates well with pupils

Job description

Cover Supervisor - Secondary School

Hulme
£115-£125 per day | Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities

About Us

Milk Education is more than a supply partner - we're a community for educators. Join us and gain access to training, personal development opportunities, and ongoing support.

We're currently recruiting for a Cover Supervisor in Hulme to support welcoming secondary schools on a short-term, long-term or temp-to-perm basis. This Cover Supervisor job in Hulme is ideal for experienced Cover Supervisors, graduates, aspiring teachers, sports coaches, youth workers or anyone with experience working with children and young people who is confident leading a classroom.

You'll be joining supportive secondary schools across Hulme that value inclusion, student wellbeing and high expectations. This is a great opportunity to become a familiar face within a school community, build positive relationships with students and staff, and gain valuable experience in secondary education.

Your Main Responsibilities

• Delivering pre-set lessons across a range of secondary subjects in the absence of the class teacher
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively in line with school policies
• Ensuring students remain focused, engaged and on task throughout lessons
• Supporting pupils with their learning and responding appropriately to individual needs
• Building positive relationships with students and school staff
• Maintaining a safe, positive and inclusive classroom environment
• Providing feedback to teaching staff following lessons where required

Requirements or Skills

• Previous experience working with children or young people in a school, coaching, youth work, mentoring or care setting
• Previous Cover Supervisor experience is desirable but not essential
• Strong behaviour management skills and the confidence to lead a classroom independently
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A calm, confident and adaptable approach
• A professional presence and ability to establish positive relationships with pupils
• A genuine interest in education and supporting young people
• Graduates and aspiring teachers are encouraged to apply

Benefits

• Competitive rates of pay up to £125 per day, with temp-to-perm routes available.
• Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance - APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards.
• Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities to suit your schedule.
• Culture-matched placements - we take the time to understand you and find schools that fit your values and strengths.
• Priority Partnership school network - access to trusted schools who work with us long-term on staffing, enrichment and community initiatives.
• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement (including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour) with access to further accredited training through Milk Academy.
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.
• FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub - because we believe supported staff stay longer and make a bigger impact.
• School Preparation Pack with handover notes and insightful sc