Maths Cover Supervisor

Teaching Personnel; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency is looking for a confident Maths Cover Supervisor to support a secondary school in Wolverhampton. The role involves supervising Maths lessons, managing classroom behaviour, and providing individual support to students. Strong Maths knowledge and previous experience with secondary-aged students are essential. This offer comes with training and the opportunity to inspire students, situated in a supportive educational environment.

Benefits

FREE child protection and prevent duty training

Assistance with DBS check

Qualifications

• Confident classroom presence and ability to manage behaviour effectively.
• Reliable, adaptable, and able to work independently.
• A passion for supporting student learning and progress.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Supervise whole classes primarily in Maths lessons.
• Ensure students remain focused and complete the work set.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
• Provide support to individual students where appropriate.
• Report back on student progress and behaviour.
• Assist with administrative tasks when not covering.

Skills

Strong knowledge of Maths (GCSE-level or above)

Previous experience working with secondary-aged students

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Confident classroom presence

Job description

Maths Cover Supervisor

Location: Wolverhampton

Start Date: September 2025

Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)

About the Role:

We are seeking a confident and motivated Maths Cover Supervisor to join a supportive secondary school in Wolverhampton. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong numeracy skills and classroom presence to support students and staff within the Maths department.

Role Responsibilities:

• Supervise whole classes primarily in Maths lessons.
• Ensure students remain focused and complete the work set by the regular class teacher.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
• Provide support to individual students where appropriate, encouraging understanding and engagement.
• Report back to teaching staff on student progress, behaviour, and any issues that arise during cover.
• Assist with administrative tasks and departmental support when cover duties are not required.

Role Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of Maths (GCSE-level or above).
• Previous experience working with secondary-aged students.
• Confident classroom presence and ability to manage behaviour effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable, adaptable, and able to work independently.
• A passion for supporting student learning and progress.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Teaching assistant or cover supervisor experience is desirable but not essential.

Interested in This Role?

If you’re passionate about inspiring the next generation of students, we’d love to hear from you!
Please apply below and upload your most up-to-date CV.

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