Cover Supervisor

Zest Education; Hawkesley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Zest Education is recruiting motivated Cover Supervisors to work across a range of secondary schools in Kings Norton and the wider Birmingham area.

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates or individuals with experience supporting young people—such as through coaching, tutoring, youth work, mentoring, or voluntary roles—who are considering a future career in teaching. Immediate starts are available for candidates ready to make a positive impact.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills are required.
• Confidence working across different subjects and year groups is important.
• Classroom experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre‑planned lessons across a range of subjects.
• Maintain a positive and focused learning environment.
• Encourage pupil engagement and ensure students stay on task.
• Manage behaviour in line with school policies.
• Provide clear, written feedback for the classroom teacher.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Literacy skills

Numeracy skills

Confidence across subjects

Education

University degree

Job description

Start Date: Immediate

Location: Kings Norton, Birmingham & surrounding areas

Contract: Full-time and Part-time opportunities

Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role

Zest Education is recruiting motivated and confident Cover Supervisors to work across a range of secondary schools in Kings Norton and the wider Birmingham area.

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates or individuals with experience supporting young people—such as through coaching, tutoring, youth work, mentoring, or voluntary roles—who are considering a future career in teaching.

We work closely with friendly, forward‑thinking secondary schools across Birmingham, many of which have ongoing requirements for reliable Cover Supervisors. As a result, immediate starts are available for candidates ready to make a positive impact in the classroom.

The Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will:

• Deliver pre‑planned lessons across a range of subjects
• Maintain a positive and focused learning environment
• Encourage pupil engagement and ensure students remain on task
• Manage behaviour in line with school policies
• Provide clear, written feedback for the classroom teacher

The Ideal Candidate

We welcome applicants who have:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A genuine interest in supporting young people
• Good literacy and numeracy skills
• Confidence working across different subjects and year groups
• Classroom experience (desirable but not essential)

To be considered, candidates must have a minimum of 20 days' experience working with children or young people within the last 5 years, or be a recent graduate.

We particularly encourage applicants from backgrounds such as:

• University graduates
• Sports coaches
• Youth workers or mentors
• Dance or drama instructors
• Scouts or youth group leaders

These roles provide excellent transferable skills for classroom supervision.

Why Work with Zest Education?

When you register with Zest Education, you'll benefit from:

• A dedicated consultant who understands your preferences
• Placements matched to your skills and strengths
• Competitive rates of pay
• Access to ongoing professional development

Safeguarding

Zest Education is an APSCo‑audited agency committed to safeguarding children and young people.

All candidates must:

• Hold an Enhanced DBS (or be willing to apply)
• Be registered with the DBS Update Service
• Provide references covering the last two years
• Successfully complete all required safeguarding checks

Salary is dependent on experience, qualifications, and training. This is a temporary supply role.