Cover Supervisor

Supply Desk; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected education recruitment agency is seeking a full-time Secondary Cover Supervisor in Farnborough, starting September 2025. The role involves overseeing classes for Key Stage 3 and 4 students, managing classroom dynamics, and maintaining engagement. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience, a degree, and confidence in classroom management. Competitive daily rates of £90-£130 based on experience, alongside opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Ongoing professional development

Dedicated recruitment support

Long-term progression opportunities

Pension scheme

Refer a Friend scheme

Qualifications

• Experience as a cover supervisor, tutor, teaching assistant, or youth worker.
• Confidence in managing behaviour and leading classroom activities.
• Willingness to supervise lessons across various subjects.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Oversee classes across various subjects for Key Stage 3 and 4.
• Deliver pre-planned lesson content and maintain engagement.
• Manage classroom environment and behaviour standards.

Skills

Experience working with secondary-aged students

Classroom management

Adaptability

Professionalism

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Secondary Cover Supervisor - Farnborough Area
Location: Farnborough
Start Date: September 2025
Pay: £90 - £130 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Hours: 8:00am - 3:30pm
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term with potential to become permanent

Supply Desk is working in partnership with a respected secondary school in the Farnborough area to recruit a full-time Cover Supervisor for a September 2025 start. This is a long-term position, with the possibility of becoming permanent for the right candidate.

The successful applicant will oversee classes across various subjects-including English, Maths, and Humanities-for Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students. While all lessons will be pre-planned, you will be responsible for delivering the content, managing the classroom environment, maintaining behaviour standards, and ensuring pupils remain engaged in their learning.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals considering a future in teaching or those with existing experience working with young people in an educational setting.

• Mixed secondary school for students aged 11-16

• Rated 'Good' by Ofsted in its most recent inspection

• Supportive and inclusive school culture with a strong and approachable leadership team

We welcome applications from individuals who:

• Have experience working with secondary-aged students (e.g. as a cover supervisor, tutor, teaching assistant, or youth worker)

• Are confident in managing behaviour and leading classroom activities

• Are adaptable, professional, and dependable

• Hold a degree or equivalent qualification

• Are willing to supervise lessons across a range of subjects

• Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service or are willing to obtain one

Qualified teachers and candidates with a strong background in education or working with young people are encouraged to apply.

• Competitive daily rates of £90-£130, based on experience and qualifications

• Access to ongoing professional development and training

• Dedicated support from experienced recruitment consultants

• Opportunities for long-term progression within the school

• Contributory pension scheme

• Refer a Friend scheme: Receive up to £150 when you recommend a teacher or teaching assistant