Cover Supervisor

Simply Education Ltd; Essex; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education provider in the UK is seeking a Cover Supervisor to manage classrooms during teacher absences. This role involves delivering lessons, engaging students, and maintaining a productive learning environment. Ideal for those seeking flexibility and valuable experience in a school setting. Competitive daily rates offered.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Flexibility in scheduling

Opportunity for classroom experience

Support and training provided

Qualifications

• Passionate about engaging and motivating young people.
• Experience in behavioural management of a classroom.
• Ability to communicate and organise effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during teacher absence.
• Deliver lesson materials and support students.
• Manage classroom behaviour to ensure safety.
• Report on student behaviour and learning issues.

Skills

Passion for working with young people

Strong behaviour management skills

Good communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to adapt to different classes

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths or equivalent

Degree level preferred

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Cover Supervisor
Location: Colchester, Essex
Salary/Rate: 130 - 160 per day (depending on experience and school)
Contract Type: Temporary / Day-to-day / Possibility of permanent route
Start Date: ASAP / as soon as possible
Hours: Full-time or part-time; mainly term-time only in a secondary school setting

Responsibilities

• Supervise whole classes during the absence of the regular teacher and ensure continuity of learning.

• Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials, respond to student questions about processes or tasks.

• Manage classroom behaviour, maintain a safe and productive learning environment.

• Collect completed work, report on any behaviour or learning issues back to teachers/school.

• When not covering lessons, support other school administrative or supervision tasks as directed.

Person Specification / Required Skills & Experience

• A passion for working with young people and an ability to engage and motivate.

• Strong behaviour management skills and confidence in leading a classroom.

• Good communication and organisational skills; the ability to adapt to different classes and age groups.

• Minimum educational requirements: often GCSEs in English and Maths (or equivalent). Degree level sometimes preferred.

• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain) and relevant safer recruitment checks.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive daily rates for cover work in Colchester and surrounding area.

• Flexibility: temp/day-to-day opportunities which can suit varied schedules.

• Opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience-ideal for those considering a teaching career or wanting variety.

• Support from agencies or schools in place (training, CPD, induction) in some roles.