Cover Supervisor

Zest Education; London Borough of Richmond upon Thames; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Zest Education is seeking Cover Supervisors for a November start at a welcoming secondary school in Richmond. The role offers full-time or flexible part-time hours, with no planning or marking required and content that is already prepared for delivery.

You will lead classes of 11–16-year-olds, ensure students stay focused and safe, and support learning during the teacher's absence. This role suits graduates seeking classroom experience or experienced staff seeking flexible work.

Qualifications

• Ideal candidate holds a university degree in any subject; QTS not required as content is pre-planned.
• Strong literacy and numeracy to support students with tasks.
• Excellent communication, presence in the classroom and ability to engage teenagers.

Responsibilities

• Lead classes of students aged 11–16 in the absence of a teacher.
• Deliver pre-set work and ensure students understand and complete tasks.
• Provide support and guidance to help students succeed during the lesson.
• Maintain high behavior standards in line with school policies.

Skills

Confident

Proactive

Resilient

Excellent communication

Literacy

Numeracy

Education

University degree (in any subject)

Job description

Hours: Full-time or flexible part-time (8:30 AM – 4:00 PM)

Contract: Temporary / Flexible day-to-day and long-term options

Are you looking for a flexible role in education that offers great pay without the pressure of planning and marking? A highly regarded secondary school in Richmond is seeking adaptable and enthusiastic Cover Supervisors for a November start.

This position is perfect for graduates aiming to gain classroom experience, experienced supply staff, or anyone looking for rewarding, flexible work that fits around other commitments.

Core Responsibilities

• Classroom Management: Lead classes of students aged 11–16, ensuring they remain focused, safe, and on-task in the teacher's absence.
• Deliver Pre-Set Work: Ensure students understand and complete the work left for them by the regular subject teacher (no planning or marking required!).
• Support and Guide: Answer general questions from students and offer guidance to help them succeed during the lesson.
• Follow School Policies: Maintain high behavior standards in line with the school's reward and sanction systems.

Candidate Requirements

• Ideal Candidate Profiles: This role is perfect for recent graduates looking for paid classroom experience before applying for teacher training (PGCE), or experienced sports coaches, tutors, and youth workers who excel at engaging teenagers.
• Qualifications: A university degree (in any subject) is highly desirable. No teaching qualifications (like QTS) are needed, as all lesson content is pre-planned.
• Skills & Personality: You must be confident, proactive, and resilient, with a strong classroom presence and excellent communication skills.
• Core Skills: Good literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE Grade C/4 or equivalent in English and Maths) to assist students with their tasks.

What We Offer

• Excellent Daily Pay: Earn £110 to £130 per day, paid weekly.
• True Flexibility: Work the days that suit you—choose between full-time hours or flexible part-time days.
• Stunning Location: Work in a welcoming, modern secondary school easily accessible by public transport in Richmond.
• No Extra Baggage: Enjoy the best parts of teaching—working with students—without any evening planning or weekend marking