Cover Supervisor

Philosophy Education; Scotland; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A large secondary academy in Barnet is seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor. This full-time role is vital for supervising classrooms and supporting students in their learning. The school fosters a supportive environment and offers professional development opportunities. Ideal for individuals aspiring towards a teaching career.

Benefits

Professional development programme

Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Clear, confident, and engaging communication style.
• Strong, positive classroom management skills.
• Organised, adaptable, and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials in the absence of teaching staff.
• Maintain a purposeful and safe learning environment.
• Support students to stay focused and engaged.

Skills

Communication

Classroom Management

Adaptability

Organization

Job description

• Cover Supervisor
• Full-time
• Secondary School
• Barnet
• Start Date: ASAP

A large, mixed secondary academy in Barnet are seeking a reliable, enthusiastic, and confident Cover Supervisor to join their school on a full-time basis for the summer term.

The Role

This is a vital role within the school, providing classroom supervision in the absence of teaching staff and supporting students to remain focused and engaged in their learning.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will:

• Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials and instructions to classes during teacher absence
• Maintain a purposeful and safe learning environment for all students
• Provide support and encouragement to help students stay on task
• Uphold school policies and manage classroom behaviour positively and effectively
• Be flexible and responsive to the needs of the school day, including covering lessons at short notice

The school are looking for someone who:

• Has a clear, confident, and engaging communication style
• Demonstrates strong, positive classroom management skills
• Is organised, adaptable, and able to work independently
• Is committed to supporting students in their learning and development

Previous experience in a school setting or with young people is desirable, but not essential.

The School

This high-achieving and inclusive secondary school in North West London is part of a thriving community with a strong reputation for academic excellence and student support. With a focus on Growth Mindset, the school fosters resilience, motivation, and a love of learning, encouraging all students to reach their full potential.

Staff benefit from a comprehensive professional development programme, including regular CPL sessions delivered by internal and external experts. Wellbeing is a top priority, supported by the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and recognised by awards such as the Carnegie Award for Mental Health in Schools.

The school is easily accessible via the Northern and Piccadilly lines, as well as Harrow on the Hill station, with on-site parking and local amenities nearby. The modern building offers exceptional facilities including dedicated sports grounds, IT resources, a panoramic library and café.

Rated highly by Ofsted, the school offers a friendly, collaborative atmosphere where both staff and students thrive.

This Cover Supervisor role is ideal for individuals considering a future career in teaching, or for anyone passionate about education and looking to make a real difference in a vibrant school environment. Please apply with an up-to-date CV.

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.