Cover Supervisor

Teaching Personnel; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 17,527 - 20,295; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Dedicated consultant support

Professional development

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Liverpool is seeking experienced Cover Supervisors for the new academic year starting September 2026. Roles are available on a full‑time or part‑time basis with flexible working options to fit your availability.

The role involves delivering pre-set lesson plans, maintaining classroom order, and supporting students to stay engaged across secondary subjects. A proactive approach and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school or educational setting.
• Strong behaviour management skills.
• Confident leading a classroom independently.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Flexible and proactive approach to work.
• Genuine passion for education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-set lesson plans across a range of subjects.
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively in line with school policies.
• Ensuring a safe, positive, and productive learning environment.
• Supporting students with their work and encouraging engagement.
• Reporting back to teaching staff on student progress and behaviour.
• Building positive relationships with students and staff.

Skills

Experience in schools

Behaviour management

Classroom leadership

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Flexible/adaptive

Passion for education

Job description

Introduction

Teaching Personnel Liverpool are seeking strong, experienced, and dedicated Cover Supervisors to join our team for the new academic year starting in September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for passionate educators who are looking to make a positive impact in secondary schools across Liverpool. We welcome applications from both full‑time and part‑time candidates, as well as individuals seeking flexible working opportunities.

The Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a vital role in maintaining continuity of learning in the absence of the class teacher. Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering pre-set lesson plans across a range of subjects
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively in line with school policies
• Ensuring a safe, positive, and productive learning environment
• Supporting students with their work and encouraging engagement
• Reporting back to teaching staff on student progress and behaviour
• Building positive relationships with students and staff

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Previous experience working in a school or educational setting
• Strong behaviour management skills
• Confidence leading a classroom independently
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

A flexible and proactive approach to work

A genuine passion for education

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay of £95 – £110 per day
• Flexible working to suit your availability
• Opportunities for both short‑term and long‑term placements
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to professional development and training

Whether you are an experienced Cover Supervisor or looking to gain further classroom experience, we would love to hear from you!

Additional Information

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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