Notre Dame - Cover Supervisor

The Supply Register; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 16,605 - 22,140; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Flexible working

Professional development

Agency support

Teacher training pathways

Job summary

The Supply Register in Plymouth is seeking a resilient Cover Supervisor to support secondary schools across the area. You will supervise classes during short-term absences, ensuring learners stay engaged and progress continues smoothly.

This flexible role emphasizes strong behaviour management, a calm professional manner, and the ability to build rapport with students. DBS required for safeguarding compliance and ongoing development opportunities may be provided.

Qualifications

• Strong classroom-management skills and confidence working with young people.
• Calm, resilient, and able to think on your feet in fast-paced situations.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Professional, reliable, and able to build positive relationships.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials to classes across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Manage student behaviour in line with school policies, maintaining a positive, safe learning environment.
• Ensure pupils stay on task, offering support and clarification where needed (teaching is not required).
• Follow safeguarding procedures and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Keep accurate records of attendance, behaviour, and completed work.
• Adapt quickly to different school settings, year groups, and subject areas as needed.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and senior leaders.

Skills

Classroom management

Resilience

Communication

Organisation

Safeguarding commitment

Education

Degree desirable

Job description

Cover Supervisor – We are seeking a resilient, adaptable, and confident Cover Supervisor to support a range of secondary schools across Plymouth. In this pivotal role, you will supervise classes during short-term teacher absences, ensuring pupils remain engaged and learning continues effectively. This flexible position is ideal for individuals with strong behaviour‑management skills, a calm and professional manner, and the ability to build rapport quickly with students.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver pre‑prepared lesson materials to classes across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Manage student behaviour in line with school policies, maintaining a positive, safe learning environment.
• Ensure pupils stay on task, offering support and clarification where needed (teaching is not required).
• Follow safeguarding procedures and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Keep accurate records of attendance, behaviour, and completed work.
• Adapt quickly to different school settings, year groups, and subject areas as needed.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and senior leaders.

Person Specification

Essential

• Strong classroom‑management skills and confidence working with young people.
• Calm, resilient, and able to think on your feet in fast‑paced situations.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Professional, reliable, and able to build positive relationships.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students.

Desirable

• Experience working in education, youth work, coaching, mentoring, or similar roles.
• Degree or relevant qualifications (not essential).
• Familiarity with Plymouth secondary schools or local communities.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates based on experience.
• Flexible working options to suit your availability.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training.
• Supportive school environments and dedicated consultants (if for an agency).
• Potential pathways into teacher training or permanent school‑based roles.

Safeguarding Statement

All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and must provide satisfactory references. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, including a Children’s barred list check.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Supply Register is an equal‑opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.