Cover Supervisor - Secondary School

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; West Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

Weekly pay

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking Cover Supervisors to work in secondary schools across West Lancashire.

Roles include daily supply, short-term absence cover, and longer-term placements, with flexible options to suit different preferences. We welcome applicants with experience as Cover Supervisors, Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants or Unqualified Teachers, and backgrounds in sports coaching, youth work, tutoring, and activities for young people.

Qualifications

• Previous school experience is highly desirable.
• We welcome candidates with backgrounds in Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or Unqualified Teacher.
• Suitable backgrounds include sports coaching, youth work, tutoring or involvement with groups of young people.

Responsibilities

• Supervising classes across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Delivering pre-prepared work in the absence of the classroom teacher.
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively.
• Ensuring pupils remain engaged and on task.
• Providing basic support and guidance with the work provided.
• Following school behaviour and safeguarding policies.
• Reporting back to teaching staff on pupil engagement and behaviour.
• Building positive and professional relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Providing cover across different curriculum subjects where required.

Skills

Sports coaching

Youth work and mentoring

Tutoring

Children's activity programmes

Job description

Cover Supervisor Jobs - West Lancashire Secondary Schools. Tradewind Recruitment is recruiting Cover Supervisors for secondary schools across West Lancashire! Tradewind Recruitment is seeking confident, reliable and enthusiastic Cover Supervisors for current and upcoming opportunities across secondary schools throughout West Lancashire. We are keen to hear from experienced Cover Supervisors, Teaching Assistants and individuals with experience working with secondary-aged young people who are interested in gaining experience within local schools. Our partner schools regularly require Cover Supervisors for daily supply, short-term absence cover and longer-term placements. Whether you are looking for flexible work across different schools or the opportunity to work consistently within one setting, we have opportunities to suit a range of preferences. If you enjoy working with young people, can confidently manage a classroom and want to make a positive contribution to pupils' education, this could be an excellent opportunity for you.

What Does a Cover Supervisor Do?

As a Cover Supervisor, you will take responsibility for supervising classes when the usual teacher is absent. Work will generally be prepared in advance by the class teacher or department. Your role is to ensure pupils remain focused, complete the work provided and maintain a positive learning environment.

• Supervising classes across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Delivering pre-prepared work in the absence of the classroom teacher.
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively.
• Ensuring pupils remain engaged and on task.
• Providing basic support and guidance with the work provided.
• Following school behaviour and safeguarding policies.
• Reporting back to teaching staff on pupil engagement and behaviour.
• Building positive and professional relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Providing cover across different curriculum subjects where required.

Who Are We Looking For?

Previous school experience is highly desirable, and we would particularly like to hear from candidates who have worked as a Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or Unqualified Teacher. However, relevant experience working with young people outside a school environment can also provide an excellent foundation for Cover Supervisor work. We would welcome applications from candidates with backgrounds in:

• Sports coaching.
• Youth work and mentoring.
• Tutoring.
• Children's activity programmes.
• Teaching Assistant or learning support roles.
• Further education.
• Graduate roles involving children or young people.
• Other positions involving responsibility for groups of young people.

What Makes a Strong Cover Supervisor?

Successful Cover Supervisors tend to be confident, resilient and adaptable. You will need to feel comfortable walking into different classrooms, communicating clear expectations and responding appropriately to challenging behaviour. We are looking for candidates who can:

• Build rapport with secondary-aged pupils.
• Establish clear boundaries and expectations.
• Remain calm and professional.
• Communicate confidently with groups.
• Follow instructions and school policies.
• Manage behaviour effectively.
• Adapt quickly to different subjects and year groups.
• Work independently while contributing to the wider school team.

Flexible and Long‑Term Opportunities

Tradewind Recruitment works with secondary schools across West Lancashire, with opportunities varying according to individual school requirements. Available roles may include:

• Daily supply.
• Short-term absence cover.
• Regular work across several schools.
• Long-term Cover Supervisor placements.
• Full-time and part-time opportunities.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

As a Cover Supervisor working through Tradewind Recruitment, you can benefit from:

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Weekly pay.
• Flexible and long-term opportunities.
• Access to secondary schools across West Lancashire.
• A dedicated education recruitment consultant.
• Free professional development and CPD through The National College.
• Support throughout the registration process.
• Ongoing support throughout your placements.
• Opportunities to develop your experience within secondary education.

We would love to discuss the opportunities available.