Cover Supervisor (Secondary)

Vision for Education - Newcastle; Hexham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established education recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Cover Supervisor to work in Secondary Schools across Northumberland. This role provides a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience while supporting students aged 11-16. You will cover for staff absences, ensuring students receive uninterrupted education and helping them thrive in a supportive environment. The agency values professional development and offers excellent pay and benefits, making this a great stepping stone for those aspiring to become qualified teachers. Join a dedicated team and make a meaningful impact on young lives!

Benefits

Excellent daily rates paid weekly

Guaranteed pay scheme

Pension contributions

FREE training for professional development

Generous refer a friend bonus scheme

Access to a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 weeks experience working/volunteering with children.
• Genuine desire to be part of a committed teaching team.

Responsibilities

• Cover staff sickness and deliver pre-set work in various subjects.
• Ensure continuation of education for students across Key Stages 3 and 4.

Skills

Experience working with young people

Ability to deliver pre-set work

Passion for teaching

Planning and delivering lessons

Education

Degree

Job description

Are you looking for a rewarding career that allows a great insight into teaching? Vision for Education are looking for an experienced Cover Supervisor to work in Secondary Schools across Northumberland.

If you have past experience working/volunteering with children and have a confident and personable attitude, this is the job for you. This position also provides valuable insight into teaching and is a great option to gain paid experience in the classroom before pursuing a career as a qualified Teacher.

About the role and school

You will be required to cover staff sickness in a variety of subjects and be able to deliver pre-set work whilst ensuring continuation of education for all pupils. You will be working with students across Key Stages 3 and 4 and with students across the ability spectrum. This school believes that all children, irrespective of their starting point, are entitled to a broad and balanced curriculum. Their innovative curriculum is designed to give all students the opportunity to develop as inquisitive individuals who feel valued and respected.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Cover Supervisor (secondary) you will:

• At least 6 weeks experience working with young people.
• Have experience working with students aged 11-16.
• Have a genuine desire to become part of a committed team of secondary teachers.
• Have a passion for teaching with the ability to plan and deliver inspiring lessons.

Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are:

• A Degree and minimum 6 weeks experience working/volunteering with children.

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary, and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Vision for Education offer

As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars, and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Vision for Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call our Newcastle office on (phone number removed).