Cover Supervisors Needed - Must Hold a Valid Enhanced DBS

Principal Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking reliable Cover Supervisors for flexible daily supply roles in secondary schools across London. You will lead classes during teacher absence, maintain positive learning environments, and support pupils with special educational needs. Competitive pay of £110-£130 per day is offered, with higher rates for ongoing roles.

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK.
• Ability to support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Lead classes during teacher absence, delivering pre-prepared lessons.
• Maintain a safe and positive learning environment.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff.

Skills

Strong behaviour management

Calm under pressure

Flexibility & adaptability

Job description

Overview

Cover Supervisors - Flexible Daily Supply (Secondary) | London

Principal Education is hiring reliable, confident Cover Supervisors for secondary schools across South East and South West London. Flexible daily supply — you choose when you're available. No planning. No marking. Real impact.

The Role

• Lead classes in teacher absence, delivering pre-prepared lessons
• Keep pupils engaged and on task; uphold behaviour policies
• Maintain a safe, positive learning environment
• Provide brief feedback to teaching staff

Must-Haves

• Right to work in the UK
• Strong behaviour management and calm under pressure
• Ability to support pupils with SEN
• Flexibility & adaptability (think on your feet)
• Enhanced DBS (or willing to obtain)
• Overseas police check if abroad 6+ months in last 5 years
• London-based or within a commutable distance

Pay & Benefits

• £110-£130 per day (flexible daily cover)
• Higher rates for ongoing roles (aligned to unqualified pay scales)
• Variety of schools, subjects, and year groups
• 60-second sign-up via our bespoke App

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