Cover Supervisor

Step Teachers Ltd; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a confident Cover Supervisor for a secondary school. The role is essential in supervising classes during teacher absence, managing student behaviour, and supporting learning. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and be flexible. Previous experience with secondary-age students is desirable. The position offers access to various exclusive deals and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Discounted high street shopping

Travel offers

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with secondary-age students is desirable, but not essential.
• Must be able to drive.

Responsibilities

• Supervise whole classes during short-term teacher absence.
• Deliver pre-prepared lesson plans and ensure students remain on task.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on pupil progress and behaviour.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage groups of young people effectively

Flexible and reliable

Strong literacy and numeracy skills

Education

A good standard of education

Job description

We are seeking a confident and adaptable Cover Supervisor to join a secondary school. This role is vital in supporting teaching and learning by supervising classes in the absence of the classroom teacher, ensuring a positive and productive learning environment. Beginning September 2025.

Duties as a Cover Supervisor:

• Supervise whole classes during short-term teacher absence.

• Deliver pre-prepared lesson plans and ensure students remain on task.

• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.

• Support students with their learning where appropriate.

• Provide feedback to teaching staff on pupil progress and behaviour.

• Assist with administrative tasks and cover duties as required.

Ideal Cover Supervisor:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to manage groups of young people effectively.

• Flexible, reliable, and able to adapt quickly to different situations.

• Previous experience working with secondary-age students (desirable, but not essential).

• A good standard of education, with strong literacy and numeracy skills.

• Must be able to drive.

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations.

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.

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