Cover Supervisor. Job in Taunton Education & Training Jobs

anzuk Education; Taunton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

A dedicated recruitment agency is seeking a Cover Supervisor for a secondary school in Taunton. The successful candidate will deliver pre-prepared lesson plans and manage classroom behavior during teacher absences. Ideal for recent graduates or those looking to step up in their education career. The role offers 29 hours 35 minutes of term-time work per week with a salary range of £17,336 - £18,772 actual per annum.

Qualifications

• Experience working with secondary-aged students (desirable but not essential).

Responsibilities

• Supervising lessons across a range of subjects in line with the school’s policies.
• Managing student behaviour to maintain a calm and positive learning environment.
• Encouraging students to take responsibility for their own learning and conduct.
• Recording attendance and ensuring completed work is collected and returned to the appropriate teacher.
• Promoting inclusion, safeguarding, and respect across all areas of school life.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Confidence in managing groups of young people

Calm, adaptable, and professional approach

Job description

Cover Supervisor

Location: Taunton, Somerset

Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary: £17,336 £18,772 actual per annum (FTE £25,989 £28,142)

Contract: Term-time only, 29 hours 35 minutes per week (Monday Friday, 08 05)

ANZUK Education are working on behalf of a welcoming and high-achieving secondary school in Somerset to recruit a Cover Supervisor to join their dedicated team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about education who enjoys working with young people and making a positive impact in the classroom.

About the Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a key role in maintaining continuity of learning during teacher absences. You’ll deliver pre-prepared lesson plans, manage classroom behaviour, and ensure students remain engaged and on task throughout the day.

• Supervising lessons across a range of subjects in line with the school’s policies.
• Managing student behaviour to maintain a calm and positive learning environment.
• Encouraging students to take responsibility for their own learning and conduct.
• Recording attendance and ensuring completed work is collected and returned to the appropriate teacher.
• Promoting inclusion, safeguarding, and respect across all areas of school life.

About You

This role would suit someone with:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence in managing groups of young people.
• A calm, adaptable, and professional approach.
• Experience working with secondary-aged students (desirable but not essential).

Whether you’re a recent graduate considering a career in teaching, a teaching assistant looking to step up, or an experienced cover supervisor seeking a new opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.

Why Join This School?

You’ll be part of a supportive, high-performing team where high standards and high expectations are at the heart of everything they do. Staff are valued, collaboration is encouraged, and professional development is actively supported.

If you are interested in applying to become part of ANZUK’s amazing educator team, please don’t hesitate to apply below or send an updated copy of your CV for any Maths or general teaching roles to or call (phone number removed).

ANZUK is committed to a policy of Equal Opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture or disability. Each individual will be assessed on merit alone.