Experienced Cover Supervisor

Clarus Education; London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant secondary school in Lewisham is looking for an experienced Cover Supervisor to join their team from September 2025. The ideal candidate will possess strong classroom management skills and a background in classroom supervision. This role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and contribution to the school's ethos. Salary ranges from £24,979 to £28,956 per annum, depending on experience.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Access to staff wellbeing initiatives

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Cover Supervisor or in a similar role.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work confidently with young people.

Responsibilities

• Deliver set lessons to classes across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and engagement.
• Support the wider pastoral and academic life of the school.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Flexibility

Job description

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Experienced Cover Supervisor
Location: Lewisham
Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: £24,979 - £28,956 per annum (depending on experience)

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Cover Supervisor to join our vibrant and high-achieving secondary school in Lewisham from September 2025.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with previous experience in classroom supervision to contribute to a school that values consistency, high expectations, and student engagement. You will be responsible for delivering pre-prepared lessons, managing classroom behaviour, and ensuring a purposeful learning environment in the absence of the regular class teacher.

Key Responsibilities:

·Delivering set lessons to classes across Key Stages 3 and 4

·Maintaining high standards of behaviour and engagement

·Supporting the wider pastoral and academic life of the school

·Providing short-term cover across subjects where needed

·Working collaboratively with teaching staff and the Cover Manager

We are looking for someone who:

·Has previous experience as a Cover Supervisor or in a similar role

·Demonstrates strong classroom management and communication skills

·Is calm, flexible, and confident in working with young people

·Understands safeguarding and child protection responsibilities

·Can positively contribute to the wider school ethos and culture

We offer:

·A well-structured and supportive working environment

·Opportunities for professional development, including routes into teaching

·A dedicated team of staff and a positive school community

·Access to staff wellbeing initiatives and school facilities