Cover Supervisor

TeacherActive; Winter Gardens; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in education is seeking a Cover Supervisor to support classroom management in secondary schools across Canvey Island. The role offers flexibility without the pressure of planning or marking, requiring strong behaviour management and communication skills. Applicants should have CACHE Level 2/3 or equivalent experience. Benefits include competitive pay and dedicated support throughout the placement.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Dedicated consultant support

Access to CPD courses

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working within a school setting for at least 6 months.
• Confidence in managing a classroom with students aged 11-16+.
• Ability to stay flexible across different departments and year groups.

Responsibilities

• Manage a classroom and keep students engaged.
• Provide consistent classroom cover without planning or marking.
• Support students and ensure learning continues smoothly.

Skills

Classroom management

Strong behaviour management

Flexibility

Communication skills

Education

CACHE Level 2/3 or 6 months experience in school

Job description

Job Title

Cover Supervisor

Location

Canvey Island

Start Date

Immediate

Pay

£120 - £140 per day

About the Role

Are you confident managing a classroom and keeping students engaged? Looking for flexible work in secondary schools without the pressure of planning or marking? TeacherActive is working in partnership with several secondary schools across Canvey Island and is recruiting enthusiastic and reliable Cover Supervisors to provide consistent, high‑quality classroom cover. Cover Supervisors play a vital role within schools, supporting students and ensuring learning continues smoothly in the absence of teaching staff. This role does not involve planning or preparation; strong classroom management and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• CACHE Level 2/3 or at least 6 months' experience working within a school setting
• Confidence managing a classroom of students aged 11‑16+
• Strong behaviour management skills to keep students engaged and on task
• Flexibility to work across different departments and year groups

Benefits

• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement
• Competitive, market‑leading rates of pay
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme (Terms and Conditions apply)
• Access to CPD courses and certificates via our My‑Progression platform
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – earn up to £100 for referring a friend (Terms and Conditions apply)
• All staff are paid on a PAYE basis, meaning you pay the correct level of tax and National Insurance with no hidden fees or umbrella deductions.

Application

If you’re interested in this opportunity, click APPLY NOW and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the role. Email: lillie.warburton 
Contact Number: (phone number removed). All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references.

Equal Opportunities

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