Cover Supervisor/ Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An education staffing agency is seeking a Cover Supervisor / Teaching Assistant in Swadlincote, Derbyshire. This role involves delivering lessons and supporting students in secondary schools. Candidates must have experience working with children and strong communication skills. The position offers a daily rate of £90 - £110 and opportunities for long-term work, along with professional development training.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Opportunities for long-term positions

CPD and professional development support

Qualifications

• Experience in school-based roles is desirable.
• Enhanced DBS check or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-set lessons and manage the classroom as a Cover Supervisor.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support as a Teaching Assistant.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people

Strong communication skills

Behaviour management skills

Adaptability

Proactive approach

Job description

Overview

Cover Supervisor / Teaching Assistant - Derbyshire

Daily Rate: £90 - £110

Start Date: September 2025

We are seeking flexible and committed individuals to work as a Cover Supervisor / Teaching Assistant in secondary schools across Derbyshire. This dual role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain varied school experience, either supporting students in the classroom or leading lessons in the absence of the class teacher.

Responsibilities

• Work as a Cover Supervisor, delivering pre-set lessons and managing the classroom
• Provide Teaching Assistant support, working 1:1 or in small groups with pupils

Benefits

• Weekly pay between £90 - £110, depending on experience
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
• Access to CPD and professional development through Teaching Personnel
• Support from a dedicated consultant to match you with the right schools

Who We're Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people (school-based experience desirable)
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills
• Adaptability to switch between supporting and leading in the classroom
• A proactive and supportive approach to student learning
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

Application and Requirements

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're looking for a varied and rewarding role in education, we'd love to hear from you.

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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.

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