Cover Supervisor

TeacherActive; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Secondary Teaching Assistant in Weston-super-Mare. This role involves supporting lessons across KS3-KS4 and stepping into Cover Supervisor responsibilities when needed. Ideal candidates will have experience in secondary education, strong classroom management skills, and a calm professional presence. As a successful candidate, you can expect competitive daily rates and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Free CPD and training

Dedicated consultant available 24/7

£200 referral bonus

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a secondary school.
• Confidence in managing a classroom and delivering pre-set work across KS3-KS4.
• Desire to progress into a Cover Supervisor position.
• Strong behavior management and a calm, professional presence.
• Full UK driving licence (preferred) to support travel between schools.

Responsibilities

• Support lessons across KS3-KS4.
• Lead whole-class learning in the absence of the class teacher.
• Provide continuity when teachers are absent.
• Contribute to a positive school environment.

Skills

Classroom management

Supporting students' learning

Behavior management

Developing skills for Cover Supervisor

Job description

South West/ temporary / £110 - 130 per day

Job Title: Secondary Teaching Assistant / Aspiring Cover Supervisor

Location: Weston-super-Mare

Start Date: January 2026

Salary: £110 – £130 per day (depending on experience)

Working Pattern: Full-time (role types may vary)

Are you an experienced Secondary Teaching Assistant looking to take the next step in your career?

Are you confident supporting lessons across KS3–KS4 and ready to step into a Cover Supervisor role, leading whole-class learning in the absence of the class teacher?

Are you open to exploring new opportunities in the Weston-super-Mare area from January?

TeacherActive is inviting expressions of interest from Secondary Teaching Assistants who are keen to progress into Cover Supervisor roles for upcoming opportunities in secondary schools across Weston-super-Mare from January 2026. Schools are increasingly seeking reliable staff who can support learning, manage classrooms, and provide continuity when teachers are absent—making this an ideal opportunity for TAs ready to step up.

Whether you’re seeking a full-time placement, looking to gain experience leading classes, or hoping to secure a longer-term role as a Cover Supervisor, we’d love to hear from you.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Have experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a secondary school
• Are confident managing a classroom and delivering pre-set work across KS3–KS4
• Are looking to develop your skills and progress into a Cover Supervisor position
• Have strong behaviour management and a calm, professional presence
• Enjoy supporting students’ learning and contributing to a positive school environment
• Hold a full UK driving licence (preferred) to support travel between local schools

What You Can Expect:

• Access to a variety of upcoming Cover Supervisor and step-up TA roles in Weston-super-Mare secondary schools
• Opportunities for both short-term and long-term placements
• Supportive school environments with clear behaviour policies
• The chance to gain valuable classroom leadership experience
• Opportunities to build relationships and progress within secondary education

Why Register with TeacherActive?

• Competitive daily rates paid via PAYE (no umbrella or hidden deductions)
• Free CPD and training through our My-Progression platform, including Cover Supervisor preparation
• A dedicated consultant available 24/7
• £200 referral bonus when you refer another teacher or TA (T&Cs apply)

If you're a Secondary Teaching Assistant ready to step up and want to hear more about Cover Supervisor opportunities in Weston-super-Mare from January, we’d love to support your next career move.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references.

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

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