Cover Supervisor

Education Matters Group; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Education Matters Group is recruiting Cover Supervisors for secondary schools across London. The role involves supervising classes, supporting students, and there are opportunities for flexible working arrangements. Ideal for PGCE graduates or aspiring teachers, this position offers a chance to gain valuable classroom experience.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Supportive leadership and guidance

Potential for career progression

Qualifications

• Strong academic background and passion for education.
• Experience with young people in educational settings.
• Proactive, reliable, and able to maintain classroom behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Supervise full classes during teacher absences with pre-prepared lesson plans.
• Manage classroom behaviour in accordance with school policies.
• Support students across various subjects as needed.

Skills

Behaviour Management

Confidence

Professional Attitude

Adaptability

Education

PGCE or working toward teacher training

Job description

Job Title: Cover Supervisor Secondary Schools
Location: London (Multiple Locations Available)
Start Date: September 2025 (or sooner)
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time Term-Time Only Long-Term and Daily Cover Available
Salary: Based on experience

Are you confident, adaptable, and looking to gain valuable classroom experience?
We are seeking enthusiastic Cover Supervisors to join a variety of secondary schools across London. This is an excellent opportunity for those considering a future in teaching or those already trained and seeking flexible classroom roles.

The Role:

• Supervise full classes during teacher absences using pre-prepared lesson plans
• Maintain a productive and supportive classroom environment
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies
• Provide support to students across a range of subjects
• Contribute to the wider school community as part of a committed team

What We Offer:

• A variety of roles in well-regarded London schools
• Flexible working options: daily, short-term, or long-term placements
• Opportunities to build experience ahead of or after teacher training
• Supportive leadership and guidance throughout your placements
• Potential for career progression and permanent contracts

Candidate Requirements:

• Ideally a PGCE-qualified candidate or someone working toward teacher training
• A strong academic background and passion for education
• Previous experience working with young people (school, tutoring, coaching, etc.)
• Confident classroom presence and behaviour management skills
• A proactive, reliable, and professional attitude

This role is ideal for PGCE graduates, aspiring teachers, or those looking to return to the classroom in a supportive and structured setting.
Apply Today

Send your CV to James at (url removed)
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