Cover supervisor

TeacherActive; Compton Dando; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is seeking a Cover Supervisor for a secondary school in Weston-super-Mare. The successful candidate will manage classroom behavior and supervise pre-set lessons without planning or marking. Candidates need a CACHE Level 2/3 qualification or recent classroom experience. This long-term role offers £130–£150 per day with ongoing support and training opportunities.

Benefits

Weekly pay via PAYE

Free CPD and training opportunities

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

£100 referral bonus

Qualifications

• Immediate availability for a consistent, long-term role in Weston-super-Mare.

Responsibilities

• Manage classroom behaviour and ensure students stay on task.
• Supervise pre-set lessons in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Maintain a positive learning atmosphere.

Skills

Strong behaviour management

Classroom control skills

Confidence delivering lessons

Professional and adaptable attitude

Education

CACHE Level 2/3 qualification

6 months' recent classroom-based experience

Job description

South West/ temporary / £120 - 140 per day

Ready to take the lead in the classroom without the pressures of planning and marking?

Do you enjoy working with young people and want to make a real difference every day?

Looking to build your experience in a dynamic and supportive school environment?

TeacherActive is working in partnership with a well-regarded secondary school in Weston-super-Mare to recruit a reliable and confident Cover Supervisor to start immediately.

This is a long-term opportunity within a positive school community that prides itself on creating a nurturing and engaging environment for staff and students alike. You’ll be joining a collaborative team that values consistency, professionalism, and pupil development.

The Role:

As a Cover Supervisor, you’ll step into the classroom to supervise pre-set lessons in the absence of the regular teacher. Your key responsibilities will be to manage classroom behaviour, ensure students stay on task, and maintain a positive learning atmosphere.

There is no planning or marking involved, but you’ll need a calm, professional approach and a genuine enthusiasm for working with young people.

A CACHE Level 2/3 qualification or a minimum of 6 months' recent classroom-based experience

Strong behaviour management and classroom control skills

Confidence delivering lessons across a range of subjects to students aged 11–16

A professional, adaptable attitude and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff

Immediate availability for a consistent, long-term role in Weston-super-Mare

What You’ll Get in Return:

A long-term role in a supportive secondary school in Weston-super-Mare

£130–£150 per day, paid weekly via PAYE – no hidden deductions or umbrella company fees

Free CPD and training opportunities via the My-Progression platform

Ongoing support and guidance from your dedicated education consultant

Option to join our Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply)

£100 referral bonus when you recommend a friend (T&Cs apply)

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a school that values its staff and promotes a positive teaching and learning environment.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

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