Cover Supervisor

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible day-to-day opportunities

Free safeguarding training

CPD training

Dedicated Sheffield consultant support

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Sheffield is seeking Cover Supervisors to work across Chesterfield secondary schools. Start date is immediate, with flexible day-to-day and long-term opportunities and daily pay of £100–£120 dependent on experience.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes during teacher absence, deliver pre-set materials, manage behaviour, and provide feedback to staff. No lesson planning or marking is required. A UK-recognised degree and experience with young people are preferred.

Qualifications

• Have previous experience as a Cover Supervisor.
• Hold a UK-recognised degree.
• Experience working with young people through coaching, tutoring, mentoring or similar roles.
• Possess strong communication and behaviour management skills.
• Be reliable, adaptable and professional.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-set lesson materials.
• Supervise classes across a variety of subjects.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively.
• Support students to stay focused and engaged.
• Maintain a positive learning environment.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff following lessons.

Skills

Communication

Behaviour management

Reliability & professionalism

Education

UK-recognised degree

Job description

Location: Chesterfield
Office Location: Teaching Personnel Sheffield
Pay: £100-£120 per day (dependent on experience)
Start Date: Immediate / Ongoing
Contract: Flexible day-to-day and long-term opportunities

Teaching Personnel Sheffield is currently recruiting Cover Supervisors to work across a range of secondary schools in Chesterfield and the surrounding areas.

Whether you are an experienced Cover Supervisor, a graduate considering a career in teaching, or someone with experience working with young people, this is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in schools while enjoying flexible work and competitive rates of pay.

The Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes during teacher absence, ensuring students remain engaged with the work set by teaching staff and follow school expectations.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering pre-set lesson materials
• Supervising classes across a variety of subjects
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively
• Supporting students to stay focused and engaged
• Maintaining a positive learning environment
• Providing feedback to teaching staff following lessons

No lesson planning or marking is required.

Who We're Looking For

We welcome applications from candidates who:

• Have previous experience working as a Cover Supervisor
• Hold a UK-recognised degree and are interested in a career in education
• Have experience working with young people through coaching, tutoring, mentoring, youth work, or similar roles
• Possess strong communication and behaviour management skills
• Are reliable, adaptable, and professional

The ability to build positive relationships with students and maintain high expectations is essential.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily pay of £100-£120
• Flexible work to fit around your availability
• Opportunities across a variety of Chesterfield secondary schools
• Long-term and permanent opportunities available
• Dedicated support from a Sheffield-based consultant
• Free safeguarding and CPD training
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience within education

Whether you're looking to continue your career as a Cover Supervisor or take your first steps into education, Teaching Personnel can help you find the right opportunity.

Safeguarding

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, identity checks, and satisfactory references in line with safer recruitment guidelines.