Cover Supervisor - Hereford

TeacherActive; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking flexible Cover Supervisors to manage classrooms during teacher absences in secondary schools across Herefordshire. This role requires experience working with children, strong classroom management skills, and a passion for education. You will enjoy the benefits of weekly pay as you supervise classes, ensuring students remain engaged with their work.

Benefits

Weekly pay on a PAYE basis

Dedicated Secondary Consultant for support

Opportunities in various local schools

Flexible working hours available

Qualifications

• 6 months experience working with children in an educational setting.
• Confidence to manage a classroom independently.
• Strong behaviour and classroom management skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a class of 30–32 students during teacher absences.
• Ensure students stay on task with pre-prepared work.
• Maintain classroom discipline and ensure a safe, tidy learning environment.

Skills

Classroom management

Behaviour management

Communication

Job description

West Midlands/ temporary / £90 - 120 per day

Location: Secondary Schools in Herefordshire
Pay: £90 – £120 per day (dependent on experience)

Looking for Flexible Work?

Do you have experience working with children in an educational setting?
Are you confident managing a classroom and delivering pre-set work?
We’re looking for reliable, proactive, and experienced Cover Supervisors to join our team on a flexible basis.

The Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will:

Supervise a class of 30–32 students during teacher absences

Ensure students stay on task with pre-prepared work

Take attendance and report any absences

Maintain classroom discipline and ensure a safe, tidy learning environment

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you must have:

6 months experience working with children in an educational setting

Strong behaviour and classroom management skills

A basic understanding of the National Curriculum

Confidence to manage a classroom independently

Passion for education and supporting young people

Flexibility to cover a range of subjects

Availability to work school hours (approx. 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM)

What We Offer

Weekly pay on a PAYE basis – no hidden admin fees

A dedicated Secondary Consultant offering continued support and market advice

Opportunities to work in a variety of local schools

Flexible working – choose the days that suit your lifestyle

Interested? Let’s Talk!

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

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