Cover Supervisor Brent

Protocol Education Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational staffing agency is seeking a motivated Full Time Cover Supervisor in Brent. The role involves supervising classes during teacher absence while promoting a supportive learning environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a proactive attitude toward student engagement. This position offers opportunities for professional development within a collaborative staff team.

Benefits

Comprehensive CPD programme

Opportunities for career development

Collaborative staff team

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional and adaptable approach.
• Passion for supporting student learning.

Responsibilities

• Supervise whole classes during teacher absence.
• Engage with students in a positive manner.
• Maintain a respectful and inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Classroom management

Ability to engage with young people

Calm under pressure

Positive attitude

Job description

Overview

Cover Supervisor

Full Time

Brent

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dynamic Full Time Cover Supervisor to join our team from September 2025. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual who enjoys working with young people and has the confidence and presence to supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff.

The successful candidate will have strong communication and interpersonal skills, a professional and adaptable approach, and a genuine passion for supporting student learning both in and out of the classroom.

This is a vibrant, high-achieving, and oversubscribed secondary school where students thrive in a respectful and inclusive environment. We are proud that ‘Pupils speak proudly about values such as kindness, honesty, resilience and equality… These values are embedded in the day-to-day life of the school… Pupils’ behaviour and attitudes to learning are exceptional.’ – Ofsted, December 2022

We believe that education has the power to change lives, and that our staff are our most valuable asset. We are committed to supporting all colleagues with high-quality professional development opportunities to help them grow and succeed within and beyond their roles.

What we are seeking

• Has excellent communication and classroom management skills
• Is confident supervising lessons and engaging with young people
• Can remain calm under pressure and adapt quickly to changing situations
• Demonstrates a proactive and positive attitude
• Shares our values and commitment to providing high-quality education for all students

What we offer

• A supportive, collaborative staff team
• Access to a comprehensive CPD programme
• Opportunities for career development and progression
• A well-resourced and inclusive learning environment
• Strong pastoral and leadership support

Safeguarding and other requirements

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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