Engaging School Cover Supervisor for KS3/KS4 | Flexible Days

Connex Education Partnership; Leigh; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Connex Education Partnership is recruiting for a Cover Supervisor/Teaching Assistant to support secondary schools in Leigh and the Warrington/Greater Manchester area. The role involves supervising classes of 25–30 students, bridging gaps when teachers are absent, and maintaining a safe, orderly learning environment.

The ideal candidate will hold a degree or equivalent, be 21+, and demonstrate strong communication, reliability and adaptability, with safeguarding awareness.

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ years old.
• Hold a degree or equivalent in any specialist subject.
• Experience with children or vulnerable adults.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures (training provided).
• Engaging, confident, reliable and punctual.
• Available 8:30am–3:30pm, Mon–Fri, 3+ days a week.

Responsibilities

• Cover whole classes in the absence of a teacher.
• Bridge the gap until the staff member returns.
• Maintain classroom behaviour and safety.
• Liaise with school staff and colleagues.

Skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Punctuality

Reliability

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree or equivalent

Job description

Connex Education Partnership is recruiting for a Cover Supervisor/Teaching Assistant to support secondary schools in Leigh and the Warrington/Greater Manchester area. The role involves supervising classes of 25–30 students, bridging gaps when teachers are absent, and maintaining a safe, orderly learning environment.

The ideal candidate will hold a degree or equivalent, be 21+, and demonstrate strong communication, reliability and adaptability, with safeguarding awareness.