Cover Supervisor

The Education Network; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency specializing in educational roles is looking for a Cover Supervisor in Telford to support KS3 and KS4 students. This temp-to-perm position starts in January 2026 and is ideal for professionals aiming for a career in teaching. Responsibilities include delivering pre-set work and maintaining classroom behaviour. The school offers a supportive environment with strong relationships among staff and students, making it a great place for developing educators.

Benefits

Personalized career support

Additional training and development opportunities

Honest and efficient service

Qualifications

• Experience working with KS3 and KS4 students.
• Confident in managing classroom behaviour.
• Able to maintain focus on learning tasks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre‑set work in the absence of teaching staff.
• Maintain positive behaviour and classroom order.
• Support pupils' learning in a productive environment.

Skills

Classroom management

Engagement with students

Adaptability

Reliability

Job description

Cover Supervisor

Position: Cover Supervisor (KS3 & KS4)

Location: Telford

Start Date: January 2026

Contract: Temp to Perm

Pay: £500 – £750 per week (depending on assignment and experience)

The Role

We are seeking a confident and reliable Cover Supervisor to work across KS3 and KS4 in a secondary school in Telford, starting January 2026. This temp-to-perm opportunity is ideal for someone looking to establish themselves within a school setting and progress into a longer‑term role.

You’ll be responsible for delivering pre‑set work, maintaining positive behaviour, and ensuring continuity of learning in the absence of teaching staff. This role plays a vital part in supporting pupils’ learning and maintaining a calm, productive classroom environment.

The Candidate

The successful candidate will be professional, adaptable, and confident managing classrooms.

You should be:

• Experienced working with secondary‑aged students (KS3 & KS4)
• Confident in classroom and behaviour management
• Able to engage pupils and maintain focus on learning tasks
• Reliable, flexible, and able to adapt to different school environments
• Considering a future career in teaching or education (desirable but not essential)

The School

This welcoming secondary school in Telford offers a supportive staff culture and clear behaviour policies. The leadership team values consistency, professionalism, and strong relationships with students, making it an excellent environment for Cover Supervisors looking to grow and develop.

If you’re a proactive Cover Supervisor looking for a long‑term opportunity with progression potential, we’d love to hear from you.

Due to the number of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted.

The Education Network Offer

Our specialist team has a combined experience of over 25 years and provides high‑quality recruitment solutions, additional training and development opportunities, and personalised career support. We pride ourselves on honest and efficient service and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and thorough vetting procedures.

The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer.

Due to the expected high‑volume of applications, only short‑listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.