Cover Supervisor Role - East London

Protocol Education Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational staffing agency is seeking Cover Supervisors in East London. The role involves managing classrooms, keeping lessons on track, and supporting students when teachers are absent. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, classroom experience, and the confidence to manage groups effectively. This position offers flexible work arrangements, making it suitable for those looking to build a career in education or seeking manageable hours. Apply now to start your journey in education.

Benefits

Weekly pay through PAYE

FREE access to online CPD Academy

Personalized support from a dedicated consultant

Opportunities across different educational settings

Streamlined registration process

Referral scheme rewards

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport quickly.
• Experience in classroom or youth work, teaching qualification not required.
• Confidence to manage groups of secondary students.

Responsibilities

• Stepping into the classroom and keeping lessons on track using pre-set work.
• Managing behaviour and encouraging positive learning.
• Supporting students to stay focused and engaged in their learning.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to build rapport quickly

Classroom or youth work experience

Confidence to manage groups

Flexible, proactive approach

Genuine interest in education

Job description

Cover Supervisor - East London

Location: East London

Salary: £110–£140

Contract: Flexible / Full-time / Part-time / Permanent

ASAP start

Looking to step into the classroom without the pressure of planning and marking? Cover supervising might just be your perfect fit.

We’re working with a range of secondary schools across Whitechapelwho are looking for confident, reliable, and engaging Cover Supervisors to support their pupils when teachers are away.

What you’ll be doing:

• Stepping into the classroom and keeping lessons on track using pre‑set work
• Managing behaviour and encouraging positive learning
• Supporting students to stay focused and engaged in their learning
• Being a dependable part of the school day, helping staff and pupils alike

What we’re looking for:

• Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport quickly
• Classroom or youth work experience (formal teaching qualification not required)
• Confidence to manage groups of secondary students
• A flexible, proactive approach and a genuine interest in education

Why join Protocol Education?

At Protocol, we believe in people. Our values are simple: be kind, be human, and make a difference. We don’t just fill roles—we support educators and schools to thrive.

When you work with us, you’ll get:

• ✅ Weekly pay through PAYE (no umbrella companies)
• ✅ FREE access to our online CPD Academy
• ✅ Personalised support from a dedicated local consultant
• ✅ Opportunities across mainstream, SEND, and alternative settings
• ✅ A streamlined, stress‑free registration process
• ✅ A referral scheme to earn rewards when you recommend friends

Whether you’re aiming to build a long‑term career in education or simply want flexible work that fits your schedule, we’ll help you find roles that make Mondays feel a little brighter.

Apply today to start your journey as a Cover Supervisor in Enfield and Waltham Forest.

If you are interested, contact [e-mail] or call 07947 957 757.

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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