Cover Supervisor - Secondary School

Teaching Personnel; Oldham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for educational professionals seeks experienced Cover Supervisors in Oldham, England. Candidates will deliver lessons across various subjects, manage classroom behavior, and support student learning. Flexibility and reliability are essential, with competitive pay rates and professional development opportunities. This is a temporary position with chances for permanency later.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Flexible assignments

Ongoing professional development

Dedicated support from a consultant

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Cover Supervisor or in a similar classroom-based role.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-prepared lessons across subjects.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively.
• Support students with their learning.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Adaptability

Reliability

Flexibility

Education

Degree in any subject (desirable)

Job description

Teaching Personnel are seeking experienced, flexible, and reliable Cover Supervisors to join our team for day-to-day and longer-term cover opportunities. We are looking for professionals who can confidently step into classrooms across a variety of subjects, ensuring continuity of learning and maintaining a positive environment for students.

This is an excellent opportunity for those with proven classroom experience who enjoy the variety and flexibility of working across different schools.

• Delivering pre-prepared lessons across a range of subjects in the absence of the class teacher.

• Managing classroom behaviour effectively, ensuring a calm and focused learning atmosphere.

• Supporting students with their learning and responding to questions confidently.

• Liaising with teaching staff to ensure smooth lesson delivery and continuity.

• Providing clear feedback on student engagement and lesson outcomes.

• Contributing to the wider school community where needed.

• Previous experience as a Cover Supervisor or in a similar classroom-based role.

• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to adapt quickly to new environments.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

• A proactive, reliable, and flexible approach to work.

• A degree (in any subject) is desirable but not essential.

• Residing in or able to commute to North Manchester, Oldham, or Rochdale.

• Competitive pay rates, paid weekly.

• Flexible day-to-day and longer-term assignments to suit your availability.

• Ongoing professional development and access to training opportunities.

• The chance to make a real difference in students' education across a variety of schools.

• Dedicated support from your own Teaching Personnel consultant.

If you are an experienced Cover Supervisor who can bring consistency, professionalism, and energy into the classroom, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV, and a member of our team will be in touch within two working days.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.