Cover Supervisor Harrogate

Just Teachers Ltd; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Just Teachers Ltd in Harrogate is seeking a confident and reliable Cover Supervisor to work on an ad-hoc basis in a local secondary school from September. This role suits graduates or those with school experience who enjoy working with young people and can manage classrooms independently.

This position offers flexible hours to fit around other commitments and requires delivering pre-set work while maintaining a positive, safe learning environment and providing feedback to staff after lessons.

Qualifications

• Experience working with secondary-aged students in educational or mentoring settings.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• Calm, professional, and adaptable approach.
• Confidence leading a classroom independently.

Responsibilities

• Supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of the class teacher.
• Deliver pre-set work and keep students on task.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with the school’s behaviour policy.
• Maintain a positive, safe, and productive learning environment.
• Provide clear feedback to teaching staff following lessons.
• Follow all safeguarding, behaviour, and health and safety procedures.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Adaptable

Confident leadership

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a confident and reliable Cover Supervisor to work on an ad‑hoc basis in a secondary school in Harrogate from September. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people, thrives in a classroom environment, and is looking for flexible work within education. The role would suit experienced Cover Supervisors, graduates considering a career in teaching, or individuals with relevant school‑based experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise whole classes during the short‑term absence of the class teacher.
• Deliver pre‑set work and ensure students remain on task throughout the lesson.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with the school’s behaviour policy.
• Maintain a positive, safe, and productive learning environment.
• Provide clear feedback to teaching staff following lessons.
• Follow all school safeguarding, behaviour, and health and safety procedures.

Pre‑requisites

• Experience working with secondary‑aged students or young people in an educational, coaching, mentoring, or support setting.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• A calm, professional, and adaptable approach.
• Confidence leading a classroom independently.