Cover supervisor - Flexible Secondary School Opportunities

Link Education Ltd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is seeking reliable Cover Supervisors to manage classrooms during teacher absences in secondary schools in Bromley. Ideal for aspiring teachers or recent graduates, this role involves supervising students, distributing work, and ensuring a positive learning environment. Competitive daily pay, flexible working options, and a stepping stone into teaching are offered. Apply now to make a difference in education!

Benefits

Competitive daily pay rates

Flexible working options

Weekly pay

Dedicated support

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people (ages 11–18) in any setting.
• Confidence and strong presence in the classroom.
• Ability to manage behaviour positively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils aged 11–16 during teacher absences.
• Distribute pre-set work and ensure students stay on task.
• Report any issues to senior staff.

Skills

Strong classroom presence

Good communication skills

Organisational skills

Behaviour management

Job description

Overview

Are you confident, adaptable, and passionate about working with young people? Do you have experience in education, youth work, coaching, or similar roles?

We are seeking reliable and enthusiastic Cover Supervisors to work across secondary schools in the Bromley Area. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to gain classroom experience, support students, or take their first step into teaching.

What is a Cover Supervisor?

A Cover Supervisor manages a classroom during the short-term absence of the regular teacher. You don’t need to plan lessons – your role is to deliver the provided work, manage behaviour, and ensure a positive learning environment.

Who this is great for

• Aspiring teachers
• Recent graduates
• Teaching assistants ready to take the next step
• Retired professionals looking to give back
• Youth workers, coaches, and mentors

Responsibilities

• Supervising pupils aged 11–16 during teacher absences
• Distributing pre-set work and ensuring students stay on task
• Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies
• Reporting any issues to senior staff
• Providing support where needed without teaching new content

Requirements

• Experience working with young people (ages 11–18) in any setting
• Strong classroom presence and confidence
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Ability to manage behaviour positively and fairly
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Right to work in the UK

We Offer

• Competitive daily pay rates
• Flexible working options to suit your lifestyle
• A variety of schools and settings
• Weekly pay and dedicated support
• Ideal stepping stone into teaching (with optional CPD training)

Apply Now

If you're confident, reliable, and ready to make a difference in schools – we’d love to hear from you!

Send your CV to: [e-mail]

Apply online at: Link Education - specialising in Education recruitment since 2000

For more information, call us on 01689 878 565