Cover Supervisor

Academics Ltd; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education consultancy in Southend-on-Sea is seeking a proactive Cover Supervisor to engage with students and deliver pre-set lessons across KS3, KS4, and KS5. The role offers invaluable hands-on experience within a supportive secondary school environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong classroom presence and communication skills, making this a perfect opportunity for aspiring teachers or education professionals. Enjoy competitive daily pay with potential for long-term positions.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay

Supportive school environment

Opportunity for long-term or permanent roles

Qualifications

• Confident in working with secondary-aged students.
• Strong classroom presence and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-set lessons across KS3, KS4, and KS5.
• Keep students engaged, focused, and on task.
• Manage classroom behaviour confidently and positively.
• Support students' learning and wellbeing throughout the day.
• Gain hands-on experience in a secondary school environment.

Skills

Classroom presence

Communication skills

Job description

Cover Supervisor - Southend-on-Sea

KS3 KS4 KS5

Secondary School Setting

Ever fancied running a classroom without the late-night lesson planning? We're looking for an enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to step in and keep learning on track when teachers are away.

The Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you'll:

• Deliver pre-set lessons across KS3, KS4, and KS5
• Keep students engaged, focused, and on task (you don't need to be a subject expert!)
• Manage classroom behaviour confidently and positively
• Support students' learning and wellbeing throughout the day
• Gain fantastic hands‑on experience in a secondary school environment

We're Looking For Someone Who

• Is confident working with secondary-aged students
• Has strong classroom presence and communication skills

Why Apply

• Perfect stepping stone for aspiring teachers
• Great experience for graduates or education professionals
• Supportive school environment
• Competitive daily pay
• Opportunity for long‑term or permanent roles

Interested? Apply now or get in touch to find out more - we'd love to hear from you!