Cover Supervisor - Flexible School Roles, Path to Teaching

Aspire People; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rate

Flexible work

Teacher training prep

Consultants support

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

Aspire People is currently recruiting a confident and adaptable Cover Supervisor to work in a range of secondary schools across London. You will supervise classes during short-term absences, keep students on task, and uphold school behaviour policies.

Ideal candidates have experience with young people, strong classroom presence, and excellent communication and organisational skills. A DBS check is preferred; training and support are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in a school, coaching, or youth work setting.
• Strong classroom presence and the ability to manage behaviour effectively.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Educated to A-Level or degree level (desirable).
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during the short-term absence of the regular teacher.
• Ensure students remain on task with the work set and follow the school's behaviour policies.
• Provide support where needed, helping to clarify instructions and keep students engaged.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school expectations.
• Report back to teaching staff on student progress and any issues during cover lessons.

Skills

Strong classroom presence

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Experience with young people

Education

A-Level or degree level

Job description

Aspire People is currently recruiting a confident and adaptable Cover Supervisor to work in a range of secondary schools across London. You will supervise classes during short-term absences, keep students on task, and uphold school behaviour policies.

Ideal candidates have experience with young people, strong classroom presence, and excellent communication and organisational skills. A DBS check is preferred; training and support are provided.