Lesson Cover Supervisor

Tradewind Recruitment; Irchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking Lesson Cover Supervisors in Wellingborough. Responsibilities include supervising classes during teacher absences, ensuring student engagement, and managing classroom behaviour. Ideal candidates are confident, adaptable, and have experience working with young people. This role offers competitive pay, opportunities for teacher training, and a supportive environment with dedicated consultants. Apply today to inspire the next generation and build your career in education.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Free CPD training

Supportive consultancy

Opportunities for progression

Recommend-a-friend bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in educational settings.
• Ability to lead a classroom and ensure student engagement.
• Willingness to apply for an Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-set lessons during teacher absences.
• Maintain a positive learning environment and manage behaviour.
• Support students in completing classwork.

Skills

Confident communication skills

Strong behaviour management

Adaptability

Experience with young people

Job description

Lesson Cover Supervisor - Wellingborough

Tradewind Recruitment

Location: Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
Contract: Full-time / Part-time (term-time only)
Salary: 100- 130 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP or September 2025

About the Role

Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking confident, adaptable, and proactive Lesson Cover Supervisors to work across secondary schools in the Wellingborough area. This role is ideal for graduates, aspiring teachers, or experienced school staff looking to take the next step in their education career.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes during teacher absences, ensuring students remain on task and engaged with pre-prepared work. No planning or marking is required-just strong classroom presence and excellent behaviour management skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-set lesson materials to classes in the teacher's absence.
• Maintain a safe, positive, and focused learning environment.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
• Provide support to students as they complete classwork.
• Report back to teaching staff on student progress and behaviour.
• Adapt quickly to different subjects, year groups, and school settings.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience working with young people (schools, tutoring, coaching, youth work, etc.).
• Confident communication skills and the ability to lead a classroom.
• Strong behaviour management and a calm, professional manner.
• A flexible, reliable, and proactive attitude.
• A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply through Tradewind).

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

• Competitive pay with weekly payroll.
• Free, accredited CPD via the Tradewind Training Academy (including behaviour management and safeguarding).
• A supportive consultant dedicated to finding you the right roles.
• Opportunities for long-term assignments, school-to-school variety, or progression into teacher training.
• Recommend-a-friend bonuses.

How to Apply

If you're ready to inspire the next generation and build your education career, apply today or contact Tradewind Recruitment for further information.