Cover Supervisor (Wakefield)

Prospero Teaching; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching in Wakefield is seeking a Cover Supervisor for a secondary school. Immediate start, full-time, ongoing role. You will step into classrooms when teachers are absent and ensure students stay on task with the set work.

Successful candidates will have a confident classroom presence, clear communication, and the ability to manage a classroom with consistency while supporting positive behaviour. No planning or marking required.

Qualifications

• As described, role requires ability to manage a classroom and follow the work set with no planning or marking.
• Experience in education or youth settings is beneficial but not required.
• Strong communication and calm, consistent approach are important for success.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the class in the absence of the teacher and ensure students follow the work set.
• Maintain routines and support the school's behaviour expectations.
• Communicate clearly with students and staff to manage the classroom effectively.

Skills

Confident with secondary-aged students

Classroom presence

Clear communication

Reliability & adaptability

Experience in education/youth settings

Job description

Cover Supervisor - Secondary School in Wakefield

Immediate Start | Full‑Time | Ongoing Role

About the Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you'll step into classrooms when teachers are absent, ensuring students stay on task and follow the work set. You'll manage the class, maintain routines, and support the school's behaviour expectations. No planning or marking required - just a steady presence, clear communication, and the ability to manage a classroom with confidence.

What the School Is Looking For

• Someone confident working with secondary‑aged students
• Strong classroom presence and the ability to maintain order
• Clear communicator with a calm, consistent approach
• Reliable, adaptable, and happy to work across different subjects
• Experience in education or youth settings is beneficial but not essential

Why This School?

• Supportive SLT and a welcoming staff team
• Clear routines and strong behaviour systems
• Opportunities for development and progression
• A positive, settled school culture
• Convenient Wakefield location with good transport links

Who This Role Suits

This role is ideal for:

• Graduates considering teaching in the future
• Experienced Cover Supervisors or Teaching Assistants
• Youth workers, sports coaches or mentors transitioning into schools
• Anyone confident, reliable, and motivated to support young people