Cover Supervisor

Prospero Teaching; Swindon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Support from recruitment consultant

Opportunities across Hounslow

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking experienced Cover Supervisors for flexible roles in Hounslow schools from September 2026. You will supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher, helping maintain engagement and discipline to ensure learning continues smoothly.

Roles offer flexible hours and the chance to work across several secondary schools in the area. Ideal candidates will have prior experience as Cover Supervisors or in similar school-based roles, strong classroom and

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, Learning Mentor or in a similar secondary school role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise lessons across a range of subjects.
• Manage classroom behaviour confidently and effectively.
• Ensure students complete the work set by the class teacher.
• Maintain a positive and productive learning environment.
• Follow school policies and safeguarding procedures.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff where appropriate.

Skills

Classroom management

Behaviour management

Communication

Organisational skills

Job description

Experienced Cover Supervisors - Hounslow September 2026

Prospero Teaching is looking for experienced Cover Supervisors to work on a flexible basis across secondary schools in Hounslow, starting from September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity for confident and reliable education professionals looking for flexible work that fits around their availability.

The Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes in the absence of their regular teacher, ensuring students remain engaged, focused and well behaved throughout the lesson.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervising lessons across a range of subjects
• Managing classroom behaviour confidently and effectively
• Ensuring students complete the work set by the class teacher
• Maintaining a positive and productive learning environment
• Following school policies and safeguarding procedures
• Providing feedback to teaching staff where appropriate

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for candidates with:

• Previous experience working as a Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, Learning Mentor or in a similar secondary school role
• Strong classroom and behaviour-management skills
• Confidence working with secondary-aged students
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A professional, reliable and flexible approach
• A genuine commitment to supporting students' learning and development

What Prospero Teaching Offers

• 95- 120 per day, depending on experience and role
• Flexible work to suit your availability
• Opportunities across Hounslow and surrounding areas
• Regular and ad-hoc cover opportunities
• Support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant
• Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of secondary schools
• Potential for longer-term and permanent opportunities