Cover Supervisor / Cover Teacher

TeacherActive; Bradley Stoke; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market leading pay

Referral scheme (£100)

Onboarding support

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a Cover Supervisor in South Gloucestershire for a September start. The role involves delivering pre-planned lessons when the class teacher is absent and maintaining positive classroom behaviour to keep students engaged.

This full-time position offers training to progress within education, with rewarding experience for TA or sports coach backgrounds and a pathway into teaching in English secondary schools.

Qualifications

• Experience with secondary-aged students, ideally as a Teaching Assistant, Sports Coach or within another educational setting.
• Confident working with groups of young people and leading classroom activities.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage behaviour and create a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher.
• Manage classroom behaviour and keep students engaged.
• Support schools in developing students' learning and relationships.
• Full training provided to progress into Cover Supervisor role.

Skills

Secondary students

Group leadership

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Proactive adaptable attitude

Job description

Job Title: Cover Supervisor Location: South Gloucestershire Start Date: September Salary: £110 - £130 per day

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant or Sports Coach looking to take the next step towards a career in teaching?

Are you considering teacher training and looking for hands‑on classroom experience to develop your confidence and skills?

Are you an overseas‑trained teacher looking to gain valuable experience in English secondary schools and strengthen your knowledge of the UK education system?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with supportive secondary schools across South Gloucestershire who are looking to appoint confident and enthusiastic Cover Supervisors. The schools provide positive learning environments where staff are supported to develop their classroom experience and build strong relationships with students.

The schools are looking for Cover Supervisors to work on a full‑time basis from September, delivering pre‑planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher, managing classroom behaviour and ensuring students remain engaged with their learning. For Teaching Assistants and Sports Coaches looking to progress into teaching, becoming a Cover Supervisor is a great stepping stone, and full training will be provided for candidates wishing to take the next step into a Cover Supervisor role.

The successful Cover Supervisor will have:

• Previous experience working with secondary‑aged students, ideally as a Teaching Assistant, Sports Coach or within another educational setting
• Confidence working with groups of young people and leading classroom activities
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• The ability to manage behaviour and create a positive learning environment
• The ability to build positive relationships with students and school staff
• A proactive, adaptable approach and genuine enthusiasm for progressing within education

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Full training and support to help you progress into a Cover Supervisor role
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My‑Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are a Teaching Assistant or Sports Coach ready to take on more responsibility, an aspiring teacher wanting meaningful classroom experience, or an overseas‑trained teacher looking to build experience within English schools, this Cover Supervisor role could be an excellent next step.

Equal Opportunities Statement

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

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.