Cover Supervisor

Monarch Education; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking a Cover Supervisor for a secondary school in Chippenham, England. The role requires supervising classrooms, delivering lesson plans, and supporting student engagement. Ideal candidates will have experience with young people and a strong commitment to safeguarding. This position offers competitive pay rates and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Wide range of teaching opportunities

Dedicated support from consultants

Competitive pay rates

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in educational or youth settings.
• Confident managing classroom behavior.
• Familiar with local transport routes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during teacher absences.
• Deliver pre-prepared lesson plans.
• Manage classroom behavior effectively.
• Support students with their learning.

Skills

Classroom management

Engagement strategies

Youth work experience

Flexibility

Safeguarding knowledge

Job description

Cover Supervisor - Secondary School in Chippenham

Start Date: January 2026
Contract Type: Full-time, temporary
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Monarch Education is seeking a confident and adaptable Cover Supervisor to join a thriving secondary school in Chippenham, Wiltshire. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong classroom presence and a passion for supporting young people in their learning journey.

Whether you're an experienced cover supervisor, a recent graduate considering a career in education, or someone with relevant youth work or coaching experience, we'd love to hear from you.

About the School & Location

Located in the heart of Wiltshire, Chippenham is a vibrant town with excellent transport links, including regular bus services from Melksham, Corsham, Calne, and Trowbridge, making the school easily accessible for local and nearby candidates. The school itself is well-regarded for its inclusive ethos, strong academic performance, and commitment to student wellbeing. Staff benefit from a collaborative leadership team, modern facilities, and a supportive working environment that encourages professional development and growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during teacher absences, ensuring a calm and productive learning environment
• Deliver pre-prepared lesson plans across a range of subjects
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively and follow school policies
• Support students with their learning and encourage engagement
• Liaise with teaching staff to ensure continuity of learning

Ideal Candidate

• Has experience working with young people in an educational or youth setting
• Confident managing classroom behaviour and engaging students
• Flexible, reliable, and able to adapt to different subjects and age groups
• Familiar with the Chippenham area and local transport routes
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting student welfare

Why Work with Monarch Education?

• Access to a wide range of teaching opportunities
• Dedicated support from experienced consultants
• Competitive pay rates
• Opportunities for professional development

Monarch Education offers flexible working opportunities, a Refer a Friend Scheme, exclusive vacancies, and competitive daily rates.

Monarch Education are committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates and welcomes applications regardless of sex, race, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, religion and belief pregnancy and maternity or disability as well as adhering to strict Safeguarding procedures.

Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and expects all its temporary workers to share these commitments. As this role involves working with children on a daily basis, regulated activity is that any successful applicant's applications will, accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to 2 employment references, an enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK check.