Cover Supervisor

TeacherActive; Tameside; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Cover Supervisor for full-time work in Tameside. The role involves stepping into classrooms to keep students engaged during teacher absences, without planning or marking. Applicants should have previous experience in secondary schools, be available full-time, and possess strong classroom management skills.

Benefits

Support from a dedicated local consultant

Market-leading rates of pay

Access to CPD courses

Simple PAYE payroll system

Generous referral bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in UK secondary schools is essential.
• Available full time, Monday to Friday.
• Confident in managing behaviour and maintaining a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Step into classrooms across various subjects during teacher absences.
• Ensure pupils stay engaged and productive.
• Communicate clearly and manage behaviour effectively.

Skills

Classroom management

Clear communication

Behaviour management

Job description

North West/ temporary / £100 - 150 per day

Are you confident leading a classroom and keeping lessons on track? Do you have experience working in UK secondary schools? Are you available full time and ready to make a difference every day?

TeacherActive are proud to be working with several secondary schools across Tameside, providing high-quality staff to support learning and ensure continuity for students. We are now recruiting an experienced Cover Supervisor to join our network on a full-time basis.

As a Cover Supervisor, you’ll step into classrooms across a range of subjects, ensuring pupils stay engaged and productive during teacher absences. There’s no planning or marking involved — just your ability to communicate clearly, manage behaviour effectively, and keep learning moving forward.

Key Responsibilities:

• Have previous experience working in UK secondary schools (essential)
• Be available full time, Monday to Friday
• Be confident managing behaviour and maintaining a positive learning environment
• Adapt quickly to different year groups and subjects

In Return:

• Support from a dedicated local consultant who knows the Tameside schools inside out
• Market-leading rates of pay
• Access to CPD courses and My-Progression development resources
• A simple, stress-free PAYE payroll system
• A generous referral bonus scheme – earn up to £100 when you refer a friend

If you’re an experienced Cover Supervisor looking for full-time work in Tameside and want to join a supportive, proactive agency that values your time and effort, we invite you to apply.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.