Cover Supervisor

Teaching Personnel; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment service is seeking a Cover Supervisor for schools in the Wirral and Ellesmere Port regions. This role offers flexibility and the chance to support student learning in a collaborative school environment. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children or young people in the UK and a strong academic background. Responsibilities include supervising lessons and managing classroom behavior effectively. Opportunities for professional development are available.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Essential experience in schools, clubs, sports coaching, or youth organisations.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing.
• Willingness to support the wider school community.

Responsibilities

• Supervise lessons using pre-prepared materials.
• Manage classroom behavior effectively.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people in the UK

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Confidence in leading and managing a classroom

Proactive and positive attitude

Education

Degree or strong academic background

Job description

Cover Supervisor

Location: Wirral & Ellesmere Port Schools | Full-Time or Part-Time

We are recruiting on behalf of respected secondary schools across Wirral and Ellesmere Port, part of a highly regarded multi‑academy trust, for reliable and confident Cover Supervisors. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with UK‑based school or youth activity experience to support students' learning, gain further classroom exposure, and join a friendly and collaborative school community.

We welcome applications from experienced Cover Supervisors, qualified teachers exploring new options, and individuals who want to progress their careers within UK education settings. This role offers flexibility, professional development, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on local schools.

• Supervise lessons across a range of subjects using pre‑prepared materials
• Keep students focused, engaged, and on task during teacher absence
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively in line with school policies
• Provide clear and constructive feedback to teaching staff
• Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to maintain a positive learning environment
• Gain practical experience while supporting the progress and wellbeing of students

• Experienced Cover Supervisors seeking opportunities in Wirral and Ellesmere Port
• Qualified Teachers looking for flexible or alternative classroom roles
• PGCE or teacher training applicants wanting further school experience
• Early Career Teachers (ECTs) building confidence and classroom management skills
• Individuals with UK‑based youth work, coaching, tutoring, mentoring, or school support experience

• Experience working with children or young people in the UK (essential), for example in schools, clubs, sports coaching, youth organisations
• A degree or strong academic background
• Confidence in leading and managing a classroom independently
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive, positive attitude and willingness to support the wider school community
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers.