Cover Supervisor

Academics; Guildford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Academics is working with a welcoming secondary school in Guildford that is seeking a confident and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join their team. You will supervise classes across KS3 and KS4, delivering pre-set work and helping students stay focused in a busy classroom environment.

You don’t necessarily need previous cover supervision experience—teams welcome graduates, teaching assistants, or those with strong experience working with young people.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes across KS3 and KS4
• Deliver pre-set work and keep students focused
• Manage classroom behaviour confidently and consistently
• Support students with their learning where appropriate
• Build positive relationships with students and staff
• Maintain a calm, safe and productive classroom environment
• Gain valuable experience within a secondary school setting

Job description

Cover Supervisor - Guildford - Make a Difference Every Day

Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity to work with young people and gain valuable experience in a secondary school as a cover supervisor?

Academics are currently working with a welcoming secondary school in Guildford, who are looking for a confident, reliable and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join their team.

Location: Guildford, Surrey

Position: Cover Supervisor

Salary: £110-£150 per day

Start Date: ASAP / January 2027

As a Cover Supervisor, you will:

• Supervise classes across KS3 and KS4
• Deliver pre-set work and ensure students remain focused
• Manage classroom behaviour confidently and consistently
• Support students with their learning where appropriate
• Build positive relationships with students and staff
• Help maintain a calm, safe and productive classroom environment
• Gain valuable experience within a secondary school setting

You don't necessarily need previous experience as a Cover Supervisor. If you have experience working with young people and have the confidence to manage a classroom, we would love to hear from you.

Who Would Suit This Cover Supervisor Position?

• Graduates considering a career in teaching
• Aspiring teachers looking for school experience
• Teaching Assistants looking to progress
• Sports coaches and mentors
• Graduates with a strong interest in education
• Individuals with previous experience supporting young people

You will need excellent communication skills, confidence, reliability and the ability to remain calm and professional in a busy secondary school environment.

Why Work with Academics?

At Academics, we understand that finding the right school role is about more than simply finding your next job.

We work closely with secondary schools across Surrey and the South East, giving our candidates access to a wide range of Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant and teaching opportunities.

When you register with Academics, you will receive a free agency service and support throughout your job search. We take the time to understand your experience, career plans and the type of school environment you are looking for.

With Academics, you can benefit from:

• Access to a wide range of secondary school opportunities
• Day-to-day, short-term, long-term and permanent positions
• Support finding schools that suit your experience and career goals
• Interview and application guidance
• Regular communication with your dedicated consultant
• Competitive rates of pay
• Opportunities to gain valuable classroom experience
• Support if you are considering teacher training in the future

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy