Cover Supervisors

Step Teachers; Diss; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Cover Supervisor for daily supply work starting soon. You will supervise classes, manage behaviour, and deliver lesson plans in various schools. The ideal candidate has experience with secondary-aged pupils and strong interpersonal skills. This role offers flexible opportunities along with professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

PAYE weekly pay

Exclusive perks including retail discounts

Well-being support services

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during teacher absences, ensuring a calm and productive learning environment.
• Deliver pre-prepared lesson plans and ensure pupils remain on task.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on pupil progress and classroom activity.
• Support the wider school community and uphold safeguarding standards.
• Adapt quickly to different school environments and expectations.

Skills

Experience working with secondary-aged pupils in a school or youth setting

Confident in managing classroom behaviour

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Flexible and reliable

Education

A degree or relevant qualification

Job description

Cover Supervisor – Daily supply, starting as soon as possible

These flexible opportunities are ideal for Cover Supervisors who enjoy variety and want to make a positive impact across different school settings. You’ll be working on a daily supply basis in Diss and the surrounding areas, supporting secondary schools with short‑term cover needs.

Duties as Cover Supervisor

• Supervise classes during teacher absences, ensuring a calm and productive learning environment
• Deliver pre-prepared lesson plans and ensure pupils remain on task
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on pupil progress and classroom activity
• Support the wider school community and uphold safeguarding standards
• Adapt quickly to different school environments and expectations

Ideal Cover Supervisor

• Experience working with secondary-aged pupils in a school or youth setting
• Confident in managing classroom behaviour and engaging learners
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexible, reliable, and able to work across a range of subjects
• A degree or relevant qualification is desirable but not essential
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

Stand Out with Step Teachers

At Step Teachers, we’re proud to be the only education recruitment agency in Norfolk offering Step On training, part of the County’s respected Norfolk Steps behaviour management programme to all teachers and support staff who register with us.

What is Step On?

Step On is an evidence-based training programme developed by Norfolk County Council, supporting schools for over 15 years. It helps educators and support staff create calm, inclusive, and consistent learning environments where every child can thrive.

Why Step Teachers?

We don’t just help you find work; we invest in your professional development. Through our partnership with Norfolk Steps, we equip teachers and support staff with skills recognised across Norfolk’s schools, helping you make a meaningful impact from day one.

Step Teachers is an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, a proud REC member, and REC Audited in Education – meeting the highest standards in safeguarding and compliance. All candidates undergo thorough checks aligned with the DfE’s Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, including references and Enhanced DBS verification via the Update Service or new application.

Benefits for Teachers and Support Staff in Norfolk

• A competitive salary – depending on experience
• PAYE weekly pay – no umbrella or self‑employed setups
• Exclusive perks – retail discounts, travel offers, gym memberships
• Well‑being support – access to emotional and physical wellness services via our pay portal

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