Cover Supervisors needed - Secondary

Protocol Education Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A welcoming secondary school in South Gloucestershire is looking for Cover Supervisors to oversee pre-set lessons and manage classroom behavior. This temporary role is perfect for aspiring teachers or experienced TAs looking to gain school experience. Flexibility, a calm demeanor, and effective communication skills are key. You'll receive weekly pay without umbrella deductions and free CPD training to further your skills.

Benefits

Weekly PAYE pay without umbrella deductions

Flexible work to fit around your life

FREE CPD training to build classroom skills

Supportive consultant assistance

Qualifications

• Confident leading a classroom with experience working with young people.
• Calm, clear communication skills with a respected presence.
• Flexibility to jump in where needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pre-set lessons across various subjects.
• Manage classroom behavior according to school policies.
• Support students to stay engaged and on task.

Skills

Classroom Management

Communication

Adaptability

Job description

Step into the classroom and make your mark (without the marking).

Looking for a role where no two days are the same? We’re looking for adaptable, reliable Cover Supervisors to join a welcoming secondary school in South Gloucestershire this September.

This is the perfect step if you’re exploring teaching, building school experience, or just love the buzz of the classroom. You’ll keep lessons on track when teachers are away — no planning, no marking, just guiding students and keeping learning flowing smoothly.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supervising pre-set lessons across a range of subjects

• Managing classroom behaviour in line with the school’s clear policies

• Supporting students to stay on task and engaged

• Working closely with teachers and support staff

About you:

• Confident leading a classroom (experience working with young people is a big plus)

• Calm, clear communicator — you’ve got that ‘presence’ students respect

• Flexible and ready to jump in where needed

• Great for aspiring teachers, graduates or experienced TAs looking for something new

What you get from us:

• Weekly PAYE pay — no umbrella deductions

• Flexible work to fit around your life

• FREE CPD training to build your classroom skills

• Supportive consultant who’s got your back

Apply today — step in, stand tall, and gain the experience that makes schools (and students) thrive.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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