Cover Supervisor

senploy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency is looking for a Cover Supervisor for a secondary school in Barking. This role involves supervising classes, managing student behaviour, and ensuring continuity in learning. Ideal candidates will have a degree and experience with secondary students, with opportunities for aspiring teachers to gain valuable experience. Weekly pay is up to £140 per day in a supportive school environment.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Free CPD

Long-term and temp-to-perm roles

Dedicated support from consultants

Qualifications

• Experience working with secondary students in an educational setting is preferred.
• QTS holders are welcome to apply.
• An interest in teaching or school-based support roles is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-set lesson plans across subjects at KS3 and KS4.
• Manage classroom behaviour and promote a positive learning environment.
• Provide feedback on student engagement and conduct.

Skills

Strong classroom presence

Confident behaviour management

Ability to build rapport

Interest in teaching

Education

Degree in relevant subject

Job description

Cover Supervisor - Secondary School - Barking

Full Time | Term Time Only | October 2025 Start

Up to £140 per day | Long Term Role (Temp to Perm)

Long Term Futures are working with a well-established secondary school in Barking to appoint a Cover Supervisor to start in September 2025.

This is an excellent opportunity for qualified teachers (QTS) seeking classroom continuity, or for graduates and aspiring educators looking to gain hands‑on experience before starting teacher training or their ECT year.

You'll be responsible for supervising whole classes in the absence of the regular teacher, ensuring that students remain engaged, on‑task and supported in line with school expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver pre‑set lesson plans across a variety of subjects at KS3 and KS4
• Manage classroom behaviour and promote a positive learning environment
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on student engagement and conduct
• Ensure learning continues smoothly in the absence of regular teachers
• Support pupils with queries and maintain a calm, structured classroom atmosphere

Ideal Candidate Will Have

• A degree or relevant subject background (QTS holders welcome)
• Experience working with secondary students in an educational or tutoring setting
• Strong classroom presence and confident behaviour management skills
• An interest in teaching, education, or school‑based support roles
• The ability to build rapport quickly and lead a class independently

Location and Transport

• Barking, East London
• Close to Barking and Upney stations (District Line, C2C Rail)
• Local bus routes: 62, EL1, 287, 169, 238
• Staff parking available on‑site

Why Work with Long Term Futures

• Weekly pay – up to £140 per day
• Free CPD including classroom management and safeguarding training
• Long‑term and temp‑to‑perm roles only – no day‑to‑day supply
• Ideal stepping stone for aspiring teachers or those preparing for ECT
• Dedicated support from consultants with teaching backgrounds

If you're ready to build valuable experience in a supportive secondary school environment, apply today with Long Term Futures.

Cover Supervisor, Aspiring Teacher, QTS, Classroom Support, Secondary, Barking