Cover Supervisor

Simply Education Ltd; Sheerness; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local education provider is seeking a Cover Supervisor in Sheerness to oversee classes during teacher absence. Responsibilities include managing class activities, maintaining order, and providing feedback. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills, experience with young people, and a commitment to student welfare. This term-time role offers a competitive salary and a work-life balance.

Benefits

Good work-life balance

Valuable classroom experience

Opportunity for career progression

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes and deliver work set by teaching staff.
• Manage student behaviour in line with school policy.
• Respond to student questions about tasks or procedures.
• Take registers, collect completed work, and return it.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on engagement and behaviour.
• Support wider school duties when not covering.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Flexible, organised, and dependable

Experience working with young people

Ability to manage behaviour and maintain classroom discipline

Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Education

Level 3 qualification or equivalent

Job description

Cover Supervisor (Term Time)

Salary: Competitive pro rata (based on relevant pay scale)

Contract: Term-time only, approximately 32.5 hours per week

Start Date: Immediate / as soon as possible

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable and adaptable Cover Supervisor to maintain continuity of learning when teaching staff are unavailable. You will oversee classes using pre-prepared lesson materials, ensuring students stay engaged, on task, and supported in a positive and structured environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise classes and deliver work that has been set by teaching staff
• Manage student behaviour in line with school policy, promoting a calm and productive environment
• Respond to student questions about the tasks or procedures (not new content)
• Take registers, collect completed work, and return it to the appropriate teacher
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on student engagement, behaviour, and any issues arising
• Support wider school duties when not covering, such as invigilation, administrative tasks, or interventions

Person Specification

Essential Skills and Qualities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexible, organised, and dependable
• Experience working with young people (e.g., in a school or youth-work setting)
• Ability to manage behaviour and maintain classroom discipline
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Desirable

• Level 3 qualification or equivalent (e.g., Level 3 Certificate in Cover Supervision)
• Interest in pursuing a career in teaching or educational support

Why This Role Could Work for You

• Gain valuable classroom experience and insight into different curriculum areas.
• Term-time role offering a good work-life balance.
• Opportunity to contribute meaningfully to students' learning and keep things running smoothly when regular teachers are absent.
• Potential stepping stone toward teacher training or other educational roles.

Safeguarding & Compliance

• The successful candidate will be required to pass an enhanced DBS check.
• All staff must comply with safeguarding policies and procedures.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a supporting statement that explains how you meet the person specification via our recruitment portal. Ensure you highlight relevant experience, your behaviour management approach, and why you want this role