Cover Supervisor Trainee

Vision for Education Ltd; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd in Peterborough is recruiting for a Cover Supervisor Trainee to work in a secondary school. You will lead lessons for about 30 pupils in the absence of the class teacher, covering across subjects with pre-planned tasks and a handover to the absent teacher.

The role offers a stepping stone to Initial Teacher Training, with a comprehensive Cover Supervisor Training Programme. Prior secondary school experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead lessons for ~30 pupils in the absence of the class teacher.
• Cover classes across the full range of secondary school subjects with pre-planned lessons.
• Manage classroom behaviour and record accurate registers.
• Provide a handover to the absent teacher.

Job description

Cover Supervisor Trainee
Peterborough
£550 - £600 per week (salary is depending on experience and/or qualifications)

September 2026

The School and Role

We are working with a secondary School in Peterborough. Our partnering Secondary schools are seeking candidates to work as Cover Supervisors, successful candidates will have the opportunity to work on daily supply or in longer fixed term supply contracts.

As a Cover Supervisor you will be responsible for leading lessons of approximately 30 pupils in the absence of the class teacher. You will cover classes across the full range of secondary school subjects, but don't worry, you are not expected to be a subject specialist in each area. The lesson will always be planned, and this will be provided in advance. It is your role as the Cover Supervisor to facilitate the classes learning, manage classroom behaviour, record accurate registers, and provide a handover to the absent teacher. Successful Cover Supervisors are adaptable, flexible, motivated, confident and organised, they have a passion for education and supporting young people.

This role provides a great opportunity to gain experience of working within a Secondary school prior to applying to Initial Teacher Training. Although previous experience of working in a Secondary School is desirable it is not essential.

If you are new to the role, you will be offered a comprehensive Cover Supervisor Training Programme to equip you will the skills you need. Visit our website