Cover Supervisor

Academic Appointments Ltd; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking Cover Supervisors for secondary schools in Rotherham. The role requires managing classrooms in the absence of teachers, ensuring students complete work, and supporting positive behaviour. Ideal candidates should have experience with secondary-aged pupils and a strong classroom presence. Pay ranges from £110 to £135 per day, with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Daily rates from £110 to £135

Support from a dedicated consultant

Access to CPD and safeguarding updates

Local work to reduce travel time

Recommend a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Must have or be willing to apply for a DBS certificate.
• Experience in managing a classroom effectively.
• Ability to support students and maintain classroom order.

Responsibilities

• Supervise lessons in the absence of the class teacher.
• Ensure pupils complete set work and maintain classroom order.
• Support students with queries and encourage positive behaviour.

Skills

Experience working with secondary-aged pupils

Strong classroom presence

Behaviour management

Flexible and professional attitude

Job description

Overview

Academic Appointments is recruiting Cover Supervisors to work across secondary schools in Rotherham. These roles are ideal for graduates, teaching assistants, or individuals with youth work experience who are confident managing a classroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise lessons in the absence of the class teacher
• Ensure pupils complete set work and maintain classroom order
• Support students with queries and encourage positive behaviour
• Liaise with school staff and report any concerns
• Follow safeguarding and school policies

Requirements

• Experience working with secondary-aged pupils
• Strong classroom presence and behaviour management
• DBS certificate (or willingness to apply)
• Flexible and professional attitude

Benefits

• Daily rates from £110 to £135, paid weekly
• Opportunities in a variety of school settings
• Support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to CPD and safeguarding updates
• Local work to reduce travel time

Rate of pay is dependent on current grade, experience and payroll method.

Academic Appointments is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check and referencing.

We offer a 'recommend a friend' scheme and re‑registration bonus.

Policies, including our 'Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy', can be found on our website. Academic Appointments Limited acts as an employment agency and employment business.