Cover Supervisor

TimePlan Education; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational staffing agency is seeking a Cover Supervisor to oversee classes in the absence of the regular teacher. Your role is to ensure students remain engaged with set work while maintaining a positive environment. The position requires experience working with young people and strong communication skills, while a degree or relevant experience is preferred but not essential. This part-time role offers flexible hours and competitive pay, alongside access to various local secondary schools.

Benefits

Competitive pay (paid weekly)

Flexible work to suit your availability

Access to a variety of secondary schools

Free safeguarding training and ongoing CPD

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people (education, youth work, coaching, tutoring, mentoring).
• Strong communication and confidence leading groups.
• Ability to adapt quickly to different classes and subjects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-prepared lessons to KS3 and KS4 pupils.
• Manage classroom behaviour and ensure students stay focused.
• Follow the school's behaviour and safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Experience working with young people

Strong communication

Confidence leading groups

Calm and professional approach

Education

Degree or relevant experience

Job description

Job Title

Cover Supervisor

Location

Oldham, Rochdale, Bury

Contract

Flexible, part-time

Start Date

ASAP

Salary

Dependent on experience

Role Overview

As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher, ensuring students remain on task and engaged in the work provided. You do not need to plan lessons – your focus is delivering the set work and maintaining a positive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver pre‑prepared lessons to KS3 and KS4 pupils
• Manage classroom behaviour and ensure students stay focused
• Follow the school's behaviour and safeguarding procedures
• Report back to the department on lesson progress and any issues
• Support pupils with accessing the work when needed
• Build rapport with students and act as a positive role model

What we’re looking for

• Experience working with young people (education, youth work, coaching, tutoring, mentoring)
• Strong communication and confidence leading groups
• Ability to adapt quickly to different classes and subjects
• Calm, professional and proactive approach
• Degree or relevant experience preferred but not essential

What TimePlan can offer you

• Competitive pay (paid weekly)
• Flexible work to suit your availability
• Access to a variety of secondary schools in your local area
• Free safeguarding training and ongoing CPD

How to Apply

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children, we would love to hear from you! Contact our Manchester branch to speak with one of our dedicated consultants.

TimePlan Education Group Limited is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to a successful Enhanced Disclosure, Barring Service (DBS) check and two professional references.