Cover Supervisor

TeacherActive; Essex; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for education professionals is looking for Cover Supervisors to work in secondary schools in Billericay and surrounding areas. This role is ideal for individuals with strong classroom and behaviour management skills. You will be responsible for delivering pre-set work during teacher absences and ensuring student engagement. The agency offers flexibility in working days and ongoing support, with competitive pay rates of £120 to £130 per day.

Benefits

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

Access to CPD courses

Referral scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people is desirable but not essential.
• Strong classroom management skills are necessary.
• Confidence to lead a class and follow lesson plans.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-set work in the absence of usual teacher.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively.
• Ensure students stay on task.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Organisational skills

Behaviour management

Proactive approach

Job description

Job Title: Cover Supervisor

Location: Billericay and surrounding areas

Start Date: Immediate Start Available

Salary: £120 to £130 per day

Do you have the confidence to lead a classroom and keep students focused and engaged?

Are you looking to gain valuable experience working in secondary schools?

Do you bring calm authority, quick thinking, and a positive, proactive attitude to each day?

TeacherActive is currently recruiting enthusiastic and reliable Cover Supervisors to work across a range of secondary schools in Billericay and the surrounding areas. With growing demand from our partner schools, we have flexible opportunities available on both a day-to-day and long-term basis.

This role is ideal for graduates considering a career in teaching, experienced education professionals, or individuals with strong behaviour management skills who are keen to work in a school environment. You will be delivering pre-set work, managing classroom behaviour, and ensuring students stay on task in the absence of their usual teacher.

Thanks to our strong relationships with local schools, we can find placements that match your availability, preferences, and career goals. You will also receive ongoing support and guidance from a dedicated team who truly understand the education sector.

The successful Cover Supervisor will have:

• Experience working with young people (school-based experience is desirable but not essential)
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• The confidence to lead a class and follow lesson plans set by teaching staff
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A flexible and proactive approach

In return, you can expect:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7
• Flexibility to choose when and where you work
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme (Terms and Conditions apply)
• Access to CPD courses and certificates through our My-Progression programme
• Competitive daily rates of £120 to £130
• A referral scheme where you can earn up to £100 for recommending a friend (Terms and Conditions apply)

All staff are paid on a PAYE basis, giving you peace of mind that your tax and National Insurance contributions are handled correctly, with no hidden admin charges.

If you are ready to step confidently into the classroom, build your experience, and make a difference every day, click APPLY NOW and we will be in touch to discuss this fantastic opportunity.

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.