Cover Supervisor - Secondary School

Aspire People; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education staffing agency is currently recruiting for a confident Cover Supervisor to work in secondary schools across North West London. This role involves supervising classes during teachers' absence and supporting students in their learning. Ideal for those pursuing teaching careers, this position offers competitive daily rates and opportunities for long-term placements. Applicants should possess experience with young people, strong communication skills, and be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Flexible work across local schools

Full support from education consultants

Opportunities for long-term positions

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during the short-term absence of the regular teacher.
• Ensure students remain on task with the work set.
• Provide support to clarify instructions and keep students engaged.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school expectations.
• Report back on student progress and issues during cover lessons.

Skills

Experience working with young people

Strong classroom presence

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Educated to A-Level or degree level

Job description

Aspire People is currently recruiting for a confident and adaptable Cover Supervisor to work in a range of secondary schools across North West 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.

If you're confident, enthusiastic, and ready to take on a new challenge in the classroom, we want to hear from you!

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.