School Cover Supervisor — Flexible Hours + Enhanced DBS

Principal Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Principal Education is seeking Cover Supervisors for Ealing secondary schools in London. You will supervise classes when teachers are absent, deliver prepared materials, and support students\' behaviour and engagement.

Ideal candidates have experience working with young people, strong communication skills, and an Enhanced DBS. This role offers flexible hours across full-time or part-time schedules with competitive pay and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage behaviour effectively and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Flexible, reliable, and able to adapt to a variety of classroom settings.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.
• Must hold an Enhanced DBS

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher, ensuring safety, discipline, and engagement.
• Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials or activities provided by teaching staff.
• Support students with behavioural and learning needs to ensure inclusion and positive outcomes.
• Act as a positive role model, fostering respect and teamwork in the classroom.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance and behaviour incidents.
• Communicate effectively with teaching staff and school leadership about any issues or successes during cover lessons.

Skills

Experience with children/young people

Interpersonal communication

Behaviour management

Flexible/reliable

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Principal Education is seeking Cover Supervisors for Ealing secondary schools in London. You will supervise classes when teachers are absent, deliver prepared materials, and support students\' behaviour and engagement.

Ideal candidates have experience working with young people, strong communication skills, and an Enhanced DBS. This role offers flexible hours across full-time or part-time schedules with competitive pay and ongoing professional development.