Cover Supervisor

TeacherActive Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 consultant support

Guaranteed payment scheme

CPD certificates

Market-leading pay

Referral scheme

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting Cover Supervisors to support our network of Leeds secondary schools. The role is day-to-day, long-term or temporary, with no planning required, but strong classroom management and communication are essential.

You will manage classes for ages 11–16+, across departments, with PAYE payment and reliable onboarding. On-site hours, temporary contract, salary £100–£120 per day.

Qualifications

• Be confident in their ability to manage a class of students within the age range 11 to 16+.
• Strong behaviour management skills are required.
• Flexible to work throughout the school within different departments and with different age ranges daily.

Responsibilities

• Support schools on a day-to-day, long-term or permanent basis.
• No planning and preparation required; focus on classroom presence and management.
• Engage and supervise students to maintain a productive learning environment.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Adaptability

CACHE Level 2/3

Job description

TeacherActive are proud to be working with a large number of secondary schools across Leeds. We are actively recruiting for Cover Supervisors to support our school network with quality and consistent staff.

Our Cover Supervisors play a vital role in schools, whether on a day-to-day, long-term or permanent basis. The role of a Cover Supervisor

doesn’t include planning and preparation; however, strong communication and classroom management skills are a must.

The successful Cover Supervisor will have:

• Be confident in their ability to manage a class of students within the age range 11 to 16+


• Be able to manage behaviour in the classroom to ensure students remain engaged


• Be flexible to work throughout the school within different departments and with different age ranges daily


• CACHE LEVEL 2/3- OR 6-months experience


• Be confident in their ability to manage a class of students within the age range 11 to 16+


• Be able to manage behaviour in the classroom to ensure students remain engaged


• Be flexible to work throughout the school within different departments and with different age ranges daily

In return for the above, you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process


• Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply*


• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel


• Market-leading rates of pay


• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend *Terms and Conditions apply*

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard-earned cash.

Cover Supervisor

Company: TeacherActive Ltd

Salary: £100 to £120 a day

Hours: Full-time

Location: LEEDS

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Temporary

Posting date: 5 Oct 2026

Closing date: 4 Nov 2026

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.