Cover Supervisor / Teaching Assistant

Career Teachers; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking Cover Supervisors and Teaching Assistants to support schools across West Yorkshire. The role involves supervising classes, supporting student learning, and assisting teachers. Candidates should have experience in education and strong communication skills. The position offers flexible working arrangements and competitive daily rates of £90-£100 depending on experience.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Flexible working

Free CPD courses

Ongoing support from Career Teachers

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in education or a similar background is essential.
• Strong written and spoken English required.
• Confident classroom presence with good behaviour management skills.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during teacher absences.
• Support students with learning and engagement.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities.

Skills

Experience in education

Strong communication skills

Classroom management

Confidence in a classroom setting

Job description

Cover Supervisors / Teaching Assistants - West Yorkshire

Salary: £90-£100 per day (dependent on school and experience)

Location: Across West Yorkshire

Contract Type: Flexible (Full-time / Part-time / Day-to-day supply)

Agency: Career Teachers

Career Teachers is recruiting confident and committed Cover Supervisors and Teaching Assistants to support primary and secondary schools across West Yorkshire. If you're passionate about education and ready to make a real impact, we want to hear from you!

About the Role:

• Supervise classes during teacher absences, maintaining a positive and productive learning environment.
• Support students with learning, behaviour, and engagement.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities and administrative tasks.
• Gain experience across a variety of schools and age groups.

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience working in education or a similar background is essential.
• Strong written and spoken English is required to communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Confident classroom presence and good behaviour management skills.
• A full UK driving licence is preferred but not essential.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service is required, or you must be willing to apply for one through us.

What You'll Get:

• Competitive daily rates: £90-£100 depending on school and experience.
• Flexible working to suit your lifestyle.
• Access to free CPD courses to support your professional development.
• Ongoing support and guidance from Career Teachers.
• Opportunities to work in diverse educational settings.

Whether you're an aspiring teacher, experienced classroom support, or looking to build on your existing skills, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in education.

Apply today and start making a difference with Career Teachers