Cover Supervisor

Randstad Education; Tandridge; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education staffing agency in Croydon is seeking a Part-Time Secondary Cover Supervisor to provide classroom continuity when regular staff are absent. Ideal candidates will have experience in youth work or tutoring and must be reliable with strong communication skills. This role offers flexible scheduling, the opportunity to influence young people's education, and valuable experience for those considering a career in teaching. Competitive daily rates provided, with no planning required.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Work-life balance

Career growth opportunities

Guidance from a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Must be comfortable leading a group of teenagers.
• Punctuality and commitment are essential for booked days.
• Ability to build quick rapport with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential continuity when regular staff are away.
• Manage students across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5.
• Maintain the school's expectations for conduct and focus.
• No planning or marking required.

Skills

Confidence & Presence

Reliability

Communication

Experience in youth work or tutoring

Local Commitment

Job description

Part-Time Secondary Cover Supervisor - Croydon

Location: Croydon, South London Salary: £95 - £125 per day (Pro-rata) Contract: Part-Time / Flexible Days / Term Time Only Hours: 08:30 - 15:30 (approx.)

Looking for a rewarding role that fits around your schedule?

Are you seeking a dynamic position in education but need the flexibility of part-time hours? Randstad is looking for confident, adaptable individuals to join ourenging team of Cover Supervisors in Croydon.

This is an ideal opportunity for parents, freelancers, postgraduate students, or those transitioning into education who want to work 2‑4 days a week (or on a flexible ad‑hoc basis) without the commitment of a full‑time teaching contract.

The Role: Flexibility Meets Impact

As a Part‑Time Cover Supervisor, you provide the essential continuity schools need when regular staff are away. You handle the "front‑of‑class" management while the school provides the lesson plans.

• Flexible Scheduling: Work on the days that suit you. Whether you want fixed part‑time days or flexible "on‑call" work, we can accommodate your availability.
• Classroom Oversight: Manage students across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5 (Ages 11‑18), ensuring they stay engaged with the work provided.
• Behaviour Leadership: Maintain the school's high expectations for conduct and focus, ensuring a safe and productive environment.
• Zero Planning or Marking: Enjoy the rewards of working with young people without the "take‑home" workload of a traditional teacher.

Who We Are Looking Forруш

• Confidence & Presence: You must be comfortable leading a group of teenagers and managing classroom dynamics.
• Reliability: Because schools rely on you to fill gaps, punctuality and commitment on your booked days are essential.
• Communication: Ability to build quick rapport with students and staff in diverse Cro الوجهtional secondary schools.
• Experience: Previous experience in youth work, coaching, tutoring, or any leadership role with young people is a huge plus.
• Local Commitmentanejo: Ideal for those living in or near the borough of Croydon looking for local work.

What We Offer

• Competitive Daily Rates: High daily pay with no out‑of‑hours work required logarith
• Work‑Life Balance: Only work during school term times‑no holiday or weekend work.
• Career Growth: Invaluable classroom experience for those considering future teacher training.
• Support: Guidance from a dedicated Randstad consultant to help you find the right school environment.

Howfollow to Apply

If you are ready to support Croydon's schools on your own terms, we want to hear from you today.

To apply, please send your CV directly to Hannah Joyner at: [e-mail]