Cover Supervisor

Aspire People Limited; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People Limited is seeking reliable Primary Cover Supervisors for Leicestershire primary schools. Roles include supervising classes during short-term absence, delivering pre-planned work, and maintaining a positive learning environment within school hours.

We offer both full-time and part-time opportunities with flexible assignments, ongoing support from a dedicated consultant, and the chance to progress into longer-term or permanent placements.

Qualifications

• Experience working with primary school-aged children is essential.
• Experience as a Cover Supervisor or similar role is desirable.
• QTS or PGCE is desirable.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to work school hours, Monday to Friday, 08:30–15:30.

Responsibilities

• Supervise whole classes during short-term absence of teaching staff.
• Deliver pre-planned lessons and ensure students complete work.
• Maintain positive, safe and engaging learning environments.
• Support pupils with focus and engagement throughout lessons.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on pupil engagement and behaviour.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Independent classroom leadership

Flexibility

Education

QTS or PGCE desirable

Job description

Primary Cover Supervisor - Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities

Location: Leicestershire

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 15:30 (School Hours)

Are you confident, organised, and passionate about working with children? We are currently recruiting reliable and enthusiastic Primary Cover Supervisors to work in primary schools across Leicestershire.

We have both full-time and part-time opportunities available, offering flexible work during school hours.

The Role

As a Primary Cover Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff, ensuring pupils remain engaged with the work that has been set. You will maintain a positive learning environment, manage classroom behaviour, and support pupils throughout the school day.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Cover Supervisors, graduates considering a career in primary teaching, or individuals with experience leading groups of primary-aged children in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff.
• Deliver pre-planned lessons and ensure pupils complete the work provided.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with the school's behaviour policy.
• Create a positive, safe and engaging learning environment.
• Encourage pupils to participate and remain focused throughout lessons.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on pupil engagement and behaviour.
• Support the wider school community where required.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working with primary school-aged children is essential.
• Previous experience as a Cover Supervisor or within a similar school-based role is desirable.
• QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or a PGCE is desirable.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Confidence leading a class independently.
• A positive, flexible and professional approach.
• Ability to work school hours, Monday to Friday, 08:30-15:30.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service is desirable (or willingness to obtain one).

What We Offer

• Full-time and part-time opportunities available.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Flexible assignments across primary schools in Leicestershire.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements.
• A rewarding role where you can make a positive impact on children's learning and development.

If you have experience working with primary-aged children and are looking for a rewarding role in education, we'd love to hear from you.