Cover Supervisor

Vision for Education - Brighton; Potter's Green; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in Uckfield is seeking a Cover Supervisor to ensure continuity of education during teacher absences in secondary schools. The role involves fostering a positive classroom environment and delivering planned lessons as needed. Candidates should have a passion for working with young people and confidence in lesson delivery. This position offers competitive pay, professional development support, and the potential for a permanent role.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates paid weekly

Pension contributions

Full compliance with AWR

Qualifications

• A genuine desire to become part of a committed team.
• Experience or understanding of safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee classes during short-term teacher absences.
• Deliver planned lessons and support educational processes.
• Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities.

Skills

Passion for working with young people

Confidence with lesson delivery

Behaviour management skills

Job description

Overview

Cover Supervisor – Uckfield – £85 - £130 per day (dependent on experience and/or qualifications) – October 2025

Vision for Education are looking for a committed and dynamic individual to work at a range of secondary schools in the Uckfield area. This role has the possibility of becoming a permanent staff member in one setting. As a Cover Supervisor, you will keep education on track when regular teachers are absent, overseeing classes during short-term absences, ensuring students complete assigned work and fostering a positive classroom atmosphere. You will be provided with continuous professional development opportunities, a dedicated consultant and ongoing support during your time with us.

Responsibilities

• Oversee entire classes during short-term absences, ensuring students complete assigned work and maintain a positive classroom environment.
• Deliver planned lessons where required and support the educational process in line with school policies.
• Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities provided by Vision for Education.
• Work with a dedicated consultant and receive consistent support throughout the placement.

Requirements

• Have a genuine desire to become part of a committed team of educational professionals
• Have a passion for working with young people
• Confidence with lesson delivery and behaviour management
• Have a genuine interest in supporting the educational success of the pupils
• Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff will undergo thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Vision for Education offer

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers' Regulations) to ensure pay and working conditions entitlement.
• Free training to support professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant for ongoing support.
• Vision for Education do not discriminate on age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call on (phone number removed) or email josh.evetts.

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