Cover Supervisor

Supply Desk Ltd; Walthamstow; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly payments

Refer-a-friend £100 reward

Local education consultant support

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Supply Desk Ltd is recruiting a Cover Supervisor for a welcoming school in Walthamstow. The role focuses on supervising classes during short-term absences, delivering pre-prepared work, and maintaining a positive learning environment. It is an excellent entry point for graduates or those building a career in education.

You will support students, manage groups, and report outcomes to staff. Safeguarding training is provided, with weekly payments and strong local consultant support.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• Confident and adaptable with strong communication skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and protecting children.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during teacher absences and keep students on task.
• Deliver pre-prepared work and follow instructions from teaching staff.
• Monitor behaviour and enforce school policies.
• Support students to facilitate learning and engagement.
• Provide feedback to staff on lesson outcomes and progress.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Job description

Location: Walthamstow, East London
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £90–£130 per day (dependent on experience)

Are you a confident, adaptable individual looking to gain valuable experience within a secondary school setting? Supply Desk is recruiting on behalf of a supportive and well-established school in Walthamstow, seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor to join their team.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff, ensuring students remain engaged with pre-planned work and maintaining a positive and productive learning environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring teachers, graduates, experienced teaching assistants, or individuals looking to develop a career within education.

Whether you have previous classroom experience or are looking to take your first step into education, this role provides an opportunity to build your confidence, develop your classroom management skills, and gain valuable experience within a welcoming and supportive school community.

• Supervise whole classes during teacher absences, ensuring students remain focused and on task.
• Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials and instructions provided by teaching staff.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies and expectations.
• Provide support and guidance to students where appropriate to facilitate learning.
• Report back to teaching staff regarding lesson outcomes, student progress, and behaviour.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and respectful learning environment.
• Ensure students follow school expectations and complete the work provided.
• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence in managing groups of students and maintaining classroom discipline.
• The ability to remain calm, organised, and adaptable in a busy school environment.
• A positive and professional approach to working with young people.
• A genuine interest in education and supporting students to succeed.
• Comprehensive safeguarding training.
• Weekly payments.
• Ongoing support from experienced, local education consultants.
• A friendly and collaborative school environment.
• Excellent teaching and learning facilities.
• Opportunities for professional development, CPD, and training.
• A £100 refer-a-friend reward for successful referrals.

If you're ready to make a positive impact and take the next step in your education career, we'd love to hear from you.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be required to complete and maintain an enhanced DBS check and adhere to safer recruitment practices throughout their employment.