Cover Supervisor

Academics; Croydon; On-site; GBP 31,365 - 36,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Job summary

Academics is seeking reliable Cover Supervisors to work across Croydon and surrounding boroughs. You will supervise classes, deliver pre-prepared lesson plans, and help maintain a positive learning environment.

This role is ideal for graduates, aspiring teachers, or anyone with experience working with young people who wants flexible, on-demand work in education.

Pay ranges between £170 and £200 per day, depending on experience, with opportunities to gain valuable classroom experience.

Qualifications

• Strong classroom management and communication are essential.
• Experience working with young people is desirable.
• Ability to respond to last-minute bookings with a proactive approach.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• The right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during short-term absences.
• Deliver pre-set lesson plans across subjects.
• Maintain a positive, calm, well-managed classroom environment.
• Manage student behaviour in line with school policies.
• Encourage student engagement and support learning where appropriate.
• Provide clear feedback to teaching staff at end of lesson or day.

Skills

Strong classroom management

Clear communication

Proactive and flexible

Right to work in the UK

Job description

Location: Croydon & Surrounding Boroughs
Pay: £170-£200 per day (depending on experience and school)
Start Date: October Half Term
Availability: Must be available for same-day bookings and last-minute call-outs.

Are you confident managing a classroom and passionate about supporting young people? We are looking for reliable and enthusiastic Cover Supervisors to work across a range of secondary schools in Croydon and the surrounding areas.

This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring teachers, graduates, experienced teaching assistants looking to progress, or anyone with experience working with young people who is seeking flexible work in education.

The Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will lead lessons during the short-term absence of teaching staff. You won't be required to teach new content, but you will supervise students, deliver pre-prepared lesson plans, and ensure learning continues in a positive and productive classroom environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during the short-term absence of teachers.
• Deliver pre-set lesson plans across a range of subjects.
• Maintain a positive, calm, and well-managed classroom environment.
• Manage student behaviour in line with school policies.
• Encourage student engagement and support learning where appropriate.
• Provide clear feedback to teaching staff at the end of each lesson or day.

You should be confident supervising lessons across a broad curriculum, including English and Maths, and be comfortable adapting to different school environments.

Requirements

• Previous experience working in a school or with young people is desirable.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• A proactive, flexible approach and the ability to respond to last-minute bookings.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• The right to work in the UK.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive daily rates of £170-£200.
• Flexible work to fit around your availability.
• Opportunities to work in a variety of local secondary schools.
• Ongoing support from a friendly and responsive team.
• Valuable classroom experience for anyone considering a career in teaching.

Academics is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. All successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check, and all safer recruitment and compliance checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance.

Academics has obtained authority from the client to advertise this position.