Cover Supervisor - London

Aspire People; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rate

Flexible work

Teacher training prep

Consultants support

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

Aspire People is currently recruiting a confident and adaptable Cover Supervisor to work in a range of secondary schools across London. You will supervise classes during short-term absences, keep students on task, and uphold school behaviour policies.

Ideal candidates have experience with young people, strong classroom presence, and excellent communication and organisational skills. A DBS check is preferred; training and support are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in a school, coaching, or youth work setting.
• Strong classroom presence and the ability to manage behaviour effectively.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Educated to A-Level or degree level (desirable).
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during the short-term absence of the regular teacher.
• Ensure students remain on task with the work set and follow the school's behaviour policies.
• Provide support where needed, helping to clarify instructions and keep students engaged.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school expectations.
• Report back to teaching staff on student progress and any issues during cover lessons.

Skills

Strong classroom presence

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Experience with young people

Education

A-Level or degree level

Job description

Aspire People is currently recruiting for a confident and adaptable Cover Supervisor to work in a range of secondary schools across London. This is a great opportunity for individuals who are passionate about education and are looking to gain valuable classroom experience - perfect for aspiring teachers or those with experience working with young people.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during the short-term absence of the regular teacher.
• Ensure students remain on task with the work set and follow the school's behaviour policies.
• Provide support where needed, helping to clarify instructions and keep students engaged.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school expectations.
• Report back to teaching staff on student progress and any issues during cover lessons.

Requirements

• Experience working with young people in a school, coaching, or youth work setting.
• Strong classroom presence and the ability to manage behaviour effectively.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A flexible, reliable, and positive approach.
• Educated to A-Level or degree level (desirable).
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

Benefits

• Competitive daily rate.
• Flexible work across a variety of local secondary schools.
• Ideal for gaining experience before starting teacher training.
• Full support from Aspire People's experienced education consultants.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks