Cover Supervisors

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible assignments

Ongoing professional development and培训

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking flexible Cover Supervisors to support secondary schools in Merton and Kingston. The role offers a range of assignments from daily supply to longer-term placements, with full training and guidance provided.

Ideal candidates include experienced Cover Supervisors, Teaching Assistants, or recent graduates exploring a teaching career. Strong communication and group-management skills will help you build relationships with pupils across KS3/KS4.

Qualifications

• Experience as Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant preferred.
• Graduates considering a future career in teaching.
• Transferable skills from coaching, mentoring, youth work, training, leadership or customer-facing roles.
• Strong communication, group management, and ability to build positive relationships with young people.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials provided by teaching staff.
• Supervise and engage students across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Maintain positive behaviour and a productive learning environment.
• Support students with their learning and respond to general classroom questions.
• Work across a variety of subjects and departments, providing a diverse and rewarding experience.

Skills

Strong communication

Group management

Relationship building

Education

Graduates considering teaching

Job description

Cover Supervisor Opportunities - Merton & Kingston Secondary SchoolsFlexible Working Opportunities Available | Competitive Daily Rates | Immediate StartAre you looking for a flexible and rewarding role in education? Whether you're an experienced Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, an aspiring teacher, or a recent graduate, this is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience while benefiting from flexible working opportunities that can support different working preferences and personal commitments.

The Role of a Cover Supervisor

As a Cover Supervisor, you will play an important role in supporting students by:

• Delivering pre-prepared lesson materials provided by teaching staff.
• Supervising and engaging students across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Maintaining positive behaviour and a productive learning environment.
• Supporting students with their learning and responding to general classroom questions.
• Working across a variety of subjects and departments, providing a diverse and rewarding experience.

What We're Looking For

We welcome applications from candidates with a range of skills and experience, including:

• Experienced Cover Supervisors, Teaching Assistants or Learning Support Assistants.
• Graduates considering a future career in teaching.
• Individuals with transferable skills gained through coaching, mentoring, youth work, training, leadership or customer-facing roles.
• Candidates with strong communication skills, confidence managing groups, and the ability to build positive relationships with young people.
• Previous classroom experience is advantageous but not essential. Full support and guidance will be provided to help you succeed in the role.

Why Work Through Tradewind Recruitment?

Flexible assignments that may include daily supply, short-term and longer-term opportunities, subject to school requirements.

Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of secondary school settings.

Access to ongoing professional development and training.

Potential pathways into teacher training and other education careers.

Dedicated support from a specialist education recruitment consultant.

Pay, Hours and Working Arrangements

We are committed to providing clear and transparent information throughout the recruitment process.

Pay rates are expected to be between £95 and £120 per day, depending on experience, responsibilities and the specific assignment.

Most assignments are during term time and typically follow school operating hours, although exact start and finish times will vary between schools.

A range of working patterns may be available, including daily, short-term and long-term assignments, subject to client requirements and candidate availability.

Further details regarding pay, location, responsibilities and working arrangements will be discussed during the recruitment process before any assignment is offered.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Tradewind Recruitment welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process and do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Safeguarding Statement

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory safeguarding, compliance and pre-employment checks in line with statutory guidance.