Cover Supervisor - Music Specialist (Secondary)

Link 3 Recruitment; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for educational roles is seeking a Cover Supervisor with a music background in Northampton. The ideal candidate will deliver engaging lessons, support behavior management, and provide feedback on student progress. This is a flexible position with competitive daily rates, perfect for aspiring music educators or musicians looking to make an impact in secondary schools.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Flexible working options

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching, tutoring, or performing music.
• Ability to adapt to various school environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-set lessons to secondary school pupils.
• Maintain an engaging classroom environment.
• Provide feedback on student progress.

Skills

Previous experience in music

Confident classroom presence

Excellent communication skills

Desire to work with young people

Flexibility and reliability

Job description

Overview

Music Experience Cover Supervisor - Northampton (Secondary Schools)

Location: Northampton

Salary: £110 - £135.50 per day (depending on experience)

Job Type: Full-time / Part-time / Flexible Supply

Start Date: September 2025 or sooner

Are you passionate about music and education? Do you have experience leading or supporting music sessions, and are now looking to step into a dynamic classroom environment?

Link3 Recruitment are looking for enthusiastic Cover Supervisors with a passion and experience for Music, looking to work within Secondary schools across Northampton - inspiring students and ensuring high-quality learning in the absence of regular teaching staff.

About the Role

• As a Cover Supervisor with a background in music, you will:
• Deliver pre-set lessons to secondary school pupils in the absence of the class teacher
• Maintain a focused and engaging classroom environment
• Use your music experience to bring creative energy to the classroom, even outside of music lessons
• Support behaviour management and ensure school policies are followed
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on student progress

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in music (e.g. teaching, tutoring, performing, leading workshops)
• Confident classroom presence and excellent communication skills
• A desire to work with young people and make a positive impact
• Experience in a school setting is desirable but not essential - full training provided
• Flexibility, reliability, and the ability to adapt to different school environments

Ideal For

• Aspiring music teachers or educators
• Music graduates looking to gain school-based experience
• Musicians seeking flexible, impactful work in education

Why Join Us

• Competitive daily rates and flexible working options
• Opportunities in a variety of Secondary schools across Northampton
• A chance to use your music background to make learning exciting and meaningful
• Dedicated consultant and team
• Applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks and should hold current DBS check registered to the update service.

How to Apply

If you're enthusiastic, reliable, and ready to make a positive difference in the classroom, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your experience to (url removed)