Cover Supervisor - Secondary School

Aspire People Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Cover Supervisor for secondary schools in North London. The role involves supervising classes during teacher absences, managing student behaviour, and providing support as needed. Ideal for those looking to gain classroom experience before starting teacher training. Competitive daily rate and flexible work schedule are offered.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Flexible work across schools

Support from experienced consultants

Opportunities for long-term positions

Qualifications

• Experience in a school, coaching, or youth work setting.
• Ability to manage behaviour effectively in classroom.
• Willingness to obtain an Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during absence of regular teacher.
• Ensure students follow behaviour policies.
• Clarify instructions and keep students engaged.
• Report on student progress and issues.

Skills

Experience working with young people

Strong classroom presence

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Positive approach

Education

A-Level or degree level

Job description

Cover Supervisor - Secondary School

Location: North London

Company: Aspire People Limited

Aspire People is currently recruiting for a confident and adaptable Cover Supervisor to work in a range of secondary schools across North London. This is a great opportunity for individuals who are passionate about education and are looking to gain valuable classroom experience – perfect for aspiring teachers or those with experience working with young people.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during the short‑term absence of the regular teacher.
• Ensure students remain on task with the work set and follow the school's behaviour policies.
• Provide support where needed, helping to clarify instructions and keep students engaged.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school expectations.
• Report back to teaching staff on student progress and any issues during cover lessons.

Requirements

• Experience working with young people in a school, coaching, or youth work setting.
• Strong classroom presence and the ability to manage behaviour effectively.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A flexible, reliable, and positive approach.
• Educated to A‑Level or degree level (desirable).
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

Benefits

• Competitive daily rate.
• Flexible work across a variety of local secondary schools.
• Ideal for gaining experience before starting teacher training.
• Full support from Aspire People’s experienced education consultants.
• Opportunities for long‑term and permanent positions.

Apply now with your CV or get in touch with Aspire People for more information.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the adverts should we receive a sufficient level of interest.