Impactful Secondary School Cover Supervisor (Long‑Term)

Monarch Education; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

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Job summary

Monarch Education is seeking a Cover Supervisor for a secondary school in Oxfordshire. The role is full-time and long-term, with term-time only scheduling to support school continuity during teacher absences. You will deliver pre-prepared lessons, manage classroom behaviour, and keep students engaged and on-task.

The ideal candidate includes graduates or experienced cover supervisors, with strong communication and a calm, adaptable approach, and an interest in education and youth development.

Qualifications

• Strong classroom presence and confidence managing groups of students.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A calm, professional, and adaptable approach.
• Previous experience working with secondary-aged pupils is desirable.
• A genuine interest in education and supporting young people.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-prepared lessons to classes during teacher absences.
• Maintain classroom discipline and ensure students stay on task.
• Support continuity of learning and student engagement throughout lessons.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Adaptability

Secondary pupils experience

Job description

Monarch Education is seeking a Cover Supervisor for a secondary school in Oxfordshire. The role is full-time and long-term, with term-time only scheduling to support school continuity during teacher absences. You will deliver pre-prepared lessons, manage classroom behaviour, and keep students engaged and on-task.

The ideal candidate includes graduates or experienced cover supervisors, with strong communication and a calm, adaptable approach, and an interest in education and youth development.