Cover Supervisor

Aspire People; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

School Holiday work opportunities

Flexible working opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

CPD and safeguarding training

Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting enthusiastic and reliable Cover Supervisors to work in a range of secondary schools across Camden. You will supervise classes during teacher absences, ensuring lessons run smoothly using pre-set work provided by staff.

The role offers flexible daily supply opportunities with competitive rates and ongoing support from a dedicated Aspire People consultant. DBS updates and right-to-work in the UK are required; ideal for graduates or those with youth work experience

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in schools, youth work, coaching or mentoring.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• Confidence working independently with groups of 11–16 year olds.
• Professional, flexible and proactive approach.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes across key stages 3 and 4 during teacher absences.
• Deliver pre-planned lessons and ensure students complete assigned work.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
• Maintain a positive and productive learning environment.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff following lessons.
• Support schools with day-to-day, short-term and long-term cover.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Experience with young people

DBS Update Service

Right to work in the UK

Independent working

Flexibility

Job description

Cover Supervisor - Secondary Schools Across Camden

Location: Camden

Job Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, and Flexible Supply Opportunities

Salary: £100-£105 per day (dependent on experience and assignment)

Aspire People is currently recruiting enthusiastic and reliable Cover Supervisors to work in a range of secondary schools across Camden. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers, experienced support staff, or individuals with experience working with young people who are looking to gain valuable school-based experience.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes during teacher absences, ensuring students remain engaged in their learning and that lessons run smoothly using pre-set work provided by teaching staff.

The Role

• Supervising classes across Key Stages 3 and 4 during teacher absences.
• Delivering pre-planned lessons and ensuring students complete assigned work.
• Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
• Maintaining a positive and productive learning environment.
• Providing feedback to teaching staff following lessons.
• Supporting schools with day-to-day, short-term, and long-term cover requirements.

Requirements

• Experience working with young people in a school, youth work, sports coaching, tutoring, mentoring, or similar setting.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• Confidence working independently with groups of students aged 11-16.
• A professional, flexible, and proactive approach.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• Right to work in the UK.

Ideal Candidates

• Graduates considering a career in teaching.
• Experienced Cover Supervisors.
• Teaching Assistants seeking additional responsibility.
• Youth Workers, Sports Coaches, Tutors, and Learning Mentors.
• Individuals with experience managing groups of young people.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates.
• School Holiday work opportunities
• Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability.
• Access to a variety of secondary schools across Camden with options of long-term and permanent positions.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
• Free or subsidised CPD and safeguarding training.

Safeguarding

We at Aspire People are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, reference checks, and compliance procedures in line with safer recruitment guidelines.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.