Cover Supervisor - North Leeds

Protocol Education Ltd; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking Cover Supervisors in North Leeds. This role is ideal for those pursuing a career in teaching or looking for flexible classroom work. Responsibilities include supervising classes, maintaining a positive environment, and supporting students during lessons. Experience with young people is essential, along with clear communication skills. The position allows for both full-time commitment or flexible days across various schools, catering to individual needs and lifestyle.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Free online safeguarding training

Support for DBS check

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in a classroom setting.
• Confident in supervising and supporting pupil learning.
• Ability to create a positive classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during teacher absence and keep learning on track.
• Support pupils using pre-prepared lesson materials.
• Maintain a calm and focused classroom environment.

Skills

Experience working with young people

Clear communication

Ability to maintain a calm environment

Job description

Cover Supervisors – North Leeds

A brilliant way to get into teaching , build classroom confidence , and keep life flexible

Thinking about a future in teaching but not quite ready to jump straight into training? Or maybe you’re already a qualified teacher who wants a calmer, more balanced week. Becoming a Cover Supervisor in North Leeds could be the perfect next step.

We work closely with secondary schools across North Leeds, and they’re keen to welcome reliable, friendly Cover Supervisors who enjoy working with young people and want hands-on classroom experience without the pressure of planning and marking.

Choose the work style that suits you

Everyone’s week looks different, so your options should too.

Full-time in one school
If you like routine and getting to know a school inside out, this could be your thing. You’ll become a familiar face, build strong relationships , and gain brilliant experience if teacher training is on your radar.

Flexible days across local schools
Need work that fits around childcare, studies, another job, or just life? Choose the days you’re free and we’ll match you with nearby North Leeds schools. No pressure, no guilt, just work that works for you .

What you’ll be doing

• Supervising classes during teacher absence and keeping learning ticking along
• Supporting pupils as they work through pre-prepared lesson materials
• Creating a calm, positive, and focused classroom environment
• Being a consistent, approachable presence that helps the school day run smoothly

You don’t need QTS for this role. What matters is experience working with young people, confidence, clear communication, and the ability to bring calm energy into a busy classroom.

Who this suits

• Graduates thinking about teaching
• Anyone considering teacher training who wants real classroom experience
• Educators looking for a break from planning and marking
• Parents, students, and career-changers needing balance ⚖️
• Qualified teachers wanting more flexibility and less pressure

If you like the sound of this, let’s have a chat and see what could work for you in North Leeds.

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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