Cover Supervisor

Supply Staff Limited; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Supply Staff Ltd is seeking reliable Cover Supervisors for day-to-day supply roles in primary schools around Weston-super-Mare. You will supervise pupils, follow teacher instructions and help maintain a positive learning environment.

Lesson planning and marking are provided to focus on supervision and routine support. The role suits candidates with classroom supervision experience, confident behaviour management, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supervising children in a school or educational setting.
• Confidence managing a classroom and maintaining positive behaviour.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A responsible, adaptable and professional approach.
• An understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Relevant education or childcare qualifications are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils during lessons and classroom activities.
• Deliver work and instructions provided by the class teacher.
• Maintain a calm, safe and productive learning environment.
• Encourage positive behaviour and pupil engagement.
• Respond appropriately to classroom queries and situations.
• Follow school policies, including safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Classroom supervision

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Education or childcare qualifications desirable

Job description

Job Title: Cover Supervisor

Location: Weston-super-Mare, Somerset

Job Type: Day to Day Supply

Pay Rate: 110- 125 per day

Job Overview

Supply Staff Ltd is recruiting reliable and confident Cover Supervisors for day-to-day supply opportunities in primary schools across Weston-super-Mare.

This role is ideal for candidates with previous experience working with children in an educational setting who can confidently supervise pupils, follow the teacher's instructions and maintain a positive learning environment.

Lesson planning and marking are provided, allowing you to focus on supervising pupils and supporting classroom routines.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils during lessons and classroom activities.

• Deliver work and instructions provided by the class teacher.

• Maintain a calm, safe and productive learning environment.

• Encourage positive behaviour and pupil engagement.

• Respond appropriately to classroom queries and situations.

• Follow school policies, including safeguarding procedures.

Requirements

• Previous experience supervising children in a school or educational setting.

• Confidence managing a classroom and maintaining positive behaviour.

• Strong communication and organisational skills.

• A responsible, adaptable and professional approach.

• An understanding of safeguarding and child protection.

• Relevant education or childcare qualifications are desirable.

Why Supply Staff Ltd?

• Competitive daily pay rates.

• Flexible day-to-day supply work.

• Opportunities to work across local primary schools.

• Support from a dedicated recruitment team.