Cover Supervisor

Prospero Teaching; Ilford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor in Ilford to supervise lessons in the absence of teaching staff within a secondary school setting.

The role offers flexible working opportunities and a pathway to gain classroom experience for graduates, teaching assistants, sports coaches, youth workers, tutors or those exploring education as a career. You will help students engage with set work and maintain a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people, either in schools or other settings.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence managing groups of students.
• A flexible and proactive approach to work.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• The ability to remain calm under pressure.
• A genuine interest in education and supporting student development.

Responsibilities

• Supervise lessons in the absence of teaching staff.
• Deliver pre-planned lesson activities.
• Support students in completing set work.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Adapt confidently to different subjects and year groups.
• Maintain a safe and productive learning environment.

Skills

Experience with young people

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Classroom management

Flexible and proactive

Organisational skills

Calm under pressure

Job description

Cover Supervisor

• Area: Ilford, East London


• Start Date: ASAP


• Contract Type: Flexible Supply / Long-Term Contract


• Salary: £14.25 - £18.00 per hour


• Working Hours: Flexible, Term Time Only

Begin working as a Cover Supervisor. Ideal for graduates, teaching assistants, sports coaches, youth workers, tutors or those exploring a future career in education with flexible working opportunities.

About the school

Based in schools around Ilford, well-regarded secondary schools committed to ensuring students achieve their full academic potential within a calm, supportive and ambitious learning environment. Promotes high expectations for both behaviour with a strong focus on student wellbeing, inclusion and personal development.

About the role

Prospero Teaching are seeking enthusiastic and adaptable Cover Supervisors to work within a secondary school setting. This role is perfect for individuals looking for flexibility while gaining valuable classroom experience.

You will supervise lessons in the absence of teaching staff, ensuring students remain engaged with learning and are able to complete set work in a focused and productive atmosphere.

Previous experience in education is beneficial but not essential. Successful candidates may come from a variety of backgrounds including teaching assistance, youth work, sports coaching, mentoring, tutoring, childcare, customer service, the armed forces, performing arts, or other roles involving leadership and working with young people.

We're looking for a dedicated candidate to:

• Supervise whole classes during teacher absences


• Manage classroom behaviour effectively


• Deliver pre-planned lesson activities


• Support students in completing set work


• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff


• Adapt confidently to different subjects and year groups


• Maintain a safe and productive learning environment

Requirements

The ideal candidate would have:

• Experience working with young people, either in schools or other settings


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• Confidence managing groups of students


• A flexible and proactive approach to work


• Excellent organisational skills


• The ability to remain calm under pressure


• A genuine interest in education and supporting student development

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.