Cover Supervisor

Zest Education; Derby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is looking for a Cover Supervisor to help maintain continuity of learning when teachers are absent. This role is ideal for graduates or individuals seeking experience in education. Responsibilities include supervising lessons, managing classrooms, and supporting students. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a genuine interest in helping young people succeed. Competitive pay and career development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Variety & Flexibility: Work across multiple schools

Career Development: Stepping stone for teacher training

Dedicated Support: Guidance and training

Competitive Pay: Fair rates

Reputation: Known for professionalism and care

Qualifications

• Hold or be willing to apply for an Enhanced DBS check.
• Provide professional references.
• Complete safeguarding training prior to placement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes using pre-prepared lesson plans.
• Maintain discipline and ensure a positive learning environment.
• Encourage engagement and help students stay on task.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on student progress and behaviour.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Confidence in managing groups of students

A genuine interest in education

Previous experience working with children or young adults

Job description

About Zest Education

At Zest Education, we're passionate about connecting talented individuals with schools that need them most. We're not just a recruitment agency we're a trusted partner for schools and a supportive team for our staff. Our mission is simple: to make education better for everyone.

The Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you'll play a vital role in maintaining continuity of learning when teachers are absent. This is an exciting opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers, or anyone with experience working with young people who wants to gain hands-on classroom experience.

Responsibilities

• Delivering Lessons: Supervise classes using pre-prepared lesson plans.
• Managing the Classroom: Maintain discipline and ensure a positive learning environment.
• Supporting Students: Encourage engagement and help students stay on task.
• Reporting: Provide feedback to teaching staff on student progress and behaviour.

What We're Looking For

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence in managing groups of students.
• A genuine interest in education and helping young people succeed.
• Previous experience working with children or young adults (desirable but not essential).

Why Work with Zest Education

• Variety & Flexibility: Work across multiple schools and choose assignments that suit your schedule.
• Career Development: Ideal stepping stone for teacher training or education careers.
• Dedicated Support: Our consultants offer guidance, training, and ongoing support.
• Competitive Pay: We value your time and commitment with fair rates.
• Reputation: Zest Education is known for professionalism, reliability, and care for our staff.

Compliance & Safeguarding

• Hold or be willing to apply for an Enhanced DBS check (we can assist with this).
• Provide professional references.
• Complete safeguarding training prior to placement.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply Today! Zest Education are a APSCo audited agency and is dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks before clearance for work.

Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications.

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