Cover Supervisor

Principal Resourcing; Hessle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency in the UK seeks experienced Cover Supervisors to lead pre-planned lessons and effectively manage student behavior. The role offers tailored placements, career progression support, and access to training courses. Ideal candidates will have classroom experience and strong communication skills. Join a team dedicated to making a difference in education with ongoing support and development opportunities.

Benefits

Tailored placements

Career progression support

Access to training courses

Wellbeing mentor availability

Consistent support from a team

Qualifications

• Experience working in a classroom environment.
• Ability to manage behavior effectively.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead pre-planned lessons in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Manage behaviour and keep students motivated.
• Support students using existing strategies.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson delivery

Behaviour management

Job description

Experienced Cover Supervisors - Take the Next Step in Your Education Career!

Principal Resourcing is welcoming skilled and confident Cover Supervisors to bring their classroom expertise to thrive in our vibrant network of partnership schools and academies in your local area.

If you've already spent time in the classroom, you know the value of strong behaviour management, delivering engaging lessons, and keeping pupils on track. Now, we're here to connect you with rewarding placements that match your experience — with support, development, and flexibility every step of the way…. And an unbeaten rate of pay!

Whether you're looking for a new challenge, variety in your schedule, or to step closer toward formal teacher training — we're here to help you succeed. Join an abundance of Cover Supervisor that have worked with Principal Resourcing to secure their dream position.

What You'll Do

• Seamlessly lead pre-planned lessons in the absence of the regular teacher
• Confidently manage behaviour and keep students focused and motivated
• Maintain a positive and structured learning environment
• Support students using your existing experience and strategies
• Work closely with teaching staff and SLT to ensure continuity in learning

Why Join Principal Resourcing?

• ✅ We value experience – You'll step straight into the classroom, with minimal onboarding delays
• 🎯 Tailored placements – We work with you to find schools that suit your strengths and goals
• 📈 Career progression – Thinking about QTS? We'll support you in making that move when you're ready
• 📞 Consistent support – Our experienced team is always just a phone call away
• 🧠 Wellbeing matters – Access our wellbeing mentor whenever life throws a curveball
• 🎓 Ongoing CPD – Stay ahead with free access to 200+ nationally recognised training courses

If you’re ready for your next opportunity in education, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the Principal Team — where your experience and individuality truly makes a difference.

Principal Resourcing is an Education Recruitment Business having sought agreement from their clients to find candidates for these roles, in accordance with the Employment Agencies and Employment Business Regulations Act (2003).

Principal Resourcing is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including an enhanced DBS check and references. We are an equal opportunities employer. All positions advertised are temporary, unless otherwise stated.

Please note: If you have not heard from us within two weeks then your application may have been unsuccessful.