Cover Supervisor: Engage Students & Lead Classes

Academics; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics in Southend-on-Sea is seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor for a GOOD-rated secondary school. You will supervise classes across subjects, delivering pre-prepared lessons and maintaining a positive, focused learning environment.

The successful candidate will have experience with young people, strong communication and a calm, proactive approach. This full-time role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm, with pay £90-£120 per day.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with young people in an educational or similar setting.
• Experience as a Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or similar role is desirable.
• Strong classroom management and behaviour management skills.
• Confident working with students aged 11-16.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A calm, confident and approachable manner.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• A proactive, positive and flexible approach to supporting students and staff.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes across a range of subjects in the absence of the usual classroom teacher.
• Deliver pre-prepared lessons and ensure students remain focused and engaged with their learning.
• Maintain a positive and well-managed classroom environment.
• Follow school policies and procedures relating to behaviour, safeguarding and student welfare.
• Support students with their work and encourage positive attitudes towards learning.
• Manage classroom behaviour confidently and effectively.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff regarding student engagement, behaviour and progress where appropriate.
• Build positive and professional relationships with students and staff.
• Support the wider school community with additional duties when required.

Skills

Classroom management

Behaviour management

Communication

Organisational skills

Calm and approachable

Initiative

Flexible attitude

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Academics in Southend-on-Sea is seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor for a GOOD-rated secondary school. You will supervise classes across subjects, delivering pre-prepared lessons and maintaining a positive, focused learning environment.

The successful candidate will have experience with young people, strong communication and a calm, proactive approach. This full-time role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm, with pay £90-£120 per day.