Cover Supervisor / Cover Teacher

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

Benefits offered by this job

PAYE payroll

Full training and progression

CPD courses

Referral scheme £100

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting Cover Supervisors to support Bridgwater and Taunton secondary schools. You will deliver pre-planned lessons when teachers are absent, manage behaviour, and keep students engaged with their learning.

Ideal candidates include Teaching Assistants, Sports Coaches or overseas-trained teachers seeking UK classroom experience, with full training provided to progress into classroom-based roles.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with secondary-aged students, ideally as a Teaching Assistant, Sports Coach or within another educational setting.
• Confidence leading classroom activities with groups of young people.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and school staff.
• Proactive, adaptable approach and enthusiasm for progressing within education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher.
• Manage classroom behaviour and keep students engaged with learning.
• Support teachers in maintaining a positive learning environment.

Skills

Secondary student experience

Classroom activities leadership

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Relationship building

Progression in education

Job description

Job Title: Cover Supervisor

Location: Bridgwater and Taunton

Start Date: September

Salary: £110 - £130 per day

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

Are you considering teacher training and looking for hands‑on secondary 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 in Bridgwater and Taunton who are looking to appoint confident and enthusiastic Cover Supervisors. The schools offer positive learning environments where staff are supported to develop their classroom experience, build strong relationships with students and progress within education.

The schools are looking for Cover Supervisors to work on a full‑time basis, delivering pre‑planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher, managing classroom behaviour and keeping students engaged with their learning. This Cover Supervisor role is an excellent stepping stone for Teaching Assistants, Sports Coaches, aspiring teachers and overseas‑trained teachers, with full training provided for candidates ready to progress into classroom‑based work.

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 classroom and behaviour management skills
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• 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 based in Bridgwater, Taunton or the surrounding area and are ready to take the next step within education, this Cover Supervisor opportunity could provide the classroom experience and support you need to progress your career.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

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.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment