Cover Supervisor/Cover Teacher needed - Camden/Barnet/Islington/Haring

Principal Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization in the City of London is seeking individuals for a role focused on supervising students in various secondary schools. This position is ideal for recent graduates or teaching assistants looking for career progression and involves behavior management and supporting students with their work. The role offers competitive daily rates and allows for flexibility, working only during term times, making it an excellent stepping stone into a teaching career.

Benefits

Flexibility, working term-time only

Supportive environment

Excellent career stepping stone

Qualifications

• Recent graduates or those pursuing a PGCE are preferred.
• Teaching Assistants looking for progression in their careers.
• Strong interest in education and youth work is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee students during lessons not taught by regular teachers.
• Implement behaviour policies to maintain focus among students.
• Assist students with their queries related to assignments.

Skills

Behaviour Management

Student Support

Communication

Education

GCSEs in English & Maths

Higher education qualification

Job description

• Supervise Lessons: Oversee students completing work left by the regular teacher.
• Behaviour Management: Implement school behaviour policies to keep students on task.
• Support Learning: Assist students with queries related to the work provided.
• No Teaching/Planning: Focus on supervision, not subject‑specific teaching, planning, or marking.

Who's Suited?

• Recent graduates (e.g., those pursuing a PGCE).
• Teaching Assistants looking for career progression.
• Individuals with a strong interest in education and working with young people.
• GCSEs in English & Maths are usually required, with higher education advantageous.

Where to Find Jobs & Salary

• Job Boards: Look on Indeed, Tes.
• Recruitment Agencies: Prospero Teaching, Horizon Teachers, Anzuk.
• Pay: Competitive daily rates (£100-£130+), with some full‑time roles offering annual salaries (e.g., £27k pro‑rata).

Benefits

• Flexibility, working term‑time only.
• Supportive environment in various London secondary schools.
• Excellent stepping stone into a teaching career.