Cover Supervisor Needed

Protocol Education Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational staffing agency in London is looking for a Cover Supervisor to manage students in the absence of teachers. Candidates must have GCSEs in English and Mathematics and strong communication skills. The position offers professional development opportunities and is initially temporary, with the possibility of becoming permanent. Interested applicants should have prior experience working with children, although it is not essential.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Free online safeguarding training

Qualifications

• Minimum GCSEs or equivalent qualifications in English and Mathematics.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage a classroom effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students in the absence of regular teachers.
• Manage classroom behaviour and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Deliver pre-prepared lesson plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Classroom management

Teamwork

Education

GCSEs in English and Mathematics

Job description

Cover Supervisor Needed

September 2025 start

Full time

Job Duties:

• Supervising students in the absence of regular teachers
• Managing classroom behaviour and ensuring a positive learning environment
• Delivering pre-prepared lesson plans provided by teaching staff
• Assisting students with their work and providing support as needed
• Reporting back to teaching staff on student progress and any issues that arise

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of GCSEs or equivalent qualifications in English and Mathematics
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage a classroom effectively

Education:

GCSEs or equivalent in English and Mathematics

Experience:

• Prior experience working with children or in a similar role is desirable but not essential

Knowledge and Skills:

• Understanding of classroom management techniques
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Strong communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Teaching Assistant qualification
• First Aid certification

Working Conditions:

• Working hours may vary based on school schedules
• Potential exposure to challenging behaviour from students
• Opportunity for professional development and training

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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