Cover Supervisor. Job in Blackburn Education & Training Jobs

Veritas Education Recruitment; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Veritas Education Recruitment is seeking a lively Cover Supervisor for various secondary schools in East Lancashire, starting September 2025. This dynamic position involves flexible, day-to-day coverage, managing classroom behavior, and aiding students. Ideal for professionals looking for variety and adaptability in their work environment, offering a chance to gain varied experience.

Benefits

Professional development and support

Opportunity to work in different school environments

Competitive daily rate

Qualifications

• Experience working with secondary school students is desirable.
• Confidence in managing lessons and behavior management.
• Ability to remain professional and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee classes in absence of the teacher managing classroom behavior.
• Support students with additional learning needs where applicable.
• Be proactive in behavior management and remain adaptable.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Time-management

Job description

Job Title: Cover Supervisor
Location: East Lancashire (Multiple Schools)
Contract Type: Flexible, Casual
Start Date: September 2025 (New Academic Year)

Rate: 90- 110 per day (depending on expereince)

We are seeking a reliable and flexible Cover Supervisor to work across multiple secondary schools in East Lancashire for the new academic year, starting September 2025. This role offers a flexible, casual position where you'll be required to cover various schools within the area. The hours and shifts will vary based on the daily and weekly needs of the schools, and work is not guaranteed. You must be comfortable with early morning calls for day-to-day cover, and be willing to travel to different school locations as required. No week will be the same, and flexibility is key.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day cover across multiple schools within the East Lancashire area, overseeing classes in the absence of the regular teacher
• Follow provided lesson plans and ensure students remain on task and complete set work
• Manage classroom behaviour, ensuring a positive and respectful learning environment at all times
• Support students with additional learning needs, where applicable, and provide assistance as required
• Be proactive in dealing with behaviour management issues and maintaining control in the classroom
• Be prepared for early morning calls and be willing to travel between different school locations daily

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience working with secondary school students (desirable)
• Confidence in managing lessons independently and handling behaviour management issues
• Strong communication, organisational, and time-management skills
• A flexible attitude and willingness to travel to different school locations in East Lancashire
• Ability to remain professional and adaptable in different school environments
• Own transport is essential due to the nature of the role

What We Offer:

• A flexible, dynamic role with the opportunity to work in a variety of school environments
• A chance to gain valuable experience across multiple schools within East Lancashire
• Competitive hourly rate
• Professional development and support in your role as a Cover Supervisor

This role is ideal for candidates looking for variety and flexibility in their work, as no two weeks will be the same. If you are confident in managing classrooms, open to traveling between schools, and ready for the flexibility that this role requires, we'd love to hear from you!

Please apply to be contacted for this exciting opportunity.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'