Cover Supervisor

Randstad Education; Lancing; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency in Lancing is seeking Cover Supervisors for secondary schools in Sussex. This role involves classroom management, supporting students during teacher absences, and ensuring a positive learning environment. Ideal candidates will have experience working with young people and possess excellent communication skills. Competitive daily rates and flexible working patterns offered, with immediate start dates available.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Flexible working patterns

Opportunity to work in various schools

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with young people, preferably in a school or similar setting.
• Confidence and strong presence to effectively manage a classroom of secondary school students.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes of students in the absence of their regular teacher.
• Manage the behaviour of students to maintain a positive and productive learning environment.
• Distribute and explain pre-planned lesson materials.

Skills

Experience working with young people

Classroom management

Communication skills

Adaptability

Positive attitude

Job description

Cover Supervisors Needed for Secondary Schools in Sussex

Are you a confident and experienced individual with a passion for working with young people?
Are you looking for a flexible role in education with an immediate or September start?
If so, we want to hear from you!

We are actively recruiting dedicated Cover Supervisors to support a variety of vibrant and welcoming secondary schools across East and West Sussex. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the classroom, ensuring continuity of learning for students during teacher absences.

The Role:

As a Cover Supervisor, you will be responsible for managing classrooms and ensuring students remain on-task with pre-set work. Your main duties will include:

• Supervising classes of students in the absence of their regular teacher.
• Managing the behaviour of students to maintain a positive and productive learning environment.
• Distributing and explaining pre-planned lesson materials.
• Assisting students with their work and answering questions to the best of your ability.
• Providing feedback to the returning teacher on the progress made and any issues that arose.
• Upholding the school's policies and procedures to ensure the safety and well-being of all students.

Requirements:

• Proven experience working with young people, preferably in a school or similar setting.
• Confidence and strong presence to effectively manage a classroom of secondary school students.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to be adaptable, resilient, and think on your feet.
• A proactive and positive attitude.
• An enhanced DBS check on the update service (or the willingness to obtain one).

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily rates of pay, reflecting your experience.
• Flexible working patterns to suit your availability.
• The opportunity to work in a variety of secondary schools across the beautiful county of Sussex.
• A rewarding role where you can have a direct impact on students' education.
• Start dates available immediately or from the beginning of the new academic year in September 2025.

If you are ready to take on this challenging yet rewarding role and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we encourage you to apply.

For further information, please apply now and a consultant will get back to you or call Paul Hirchfield on 01293 527416. [e-mail]

Join this school and play a vital role in ensuring all students achieve their full potential in a nurturing and enriching educational environment.