School Cover Supervisor: Youth Worker to Classroom Mentor

Principal Recruitment; Hounslow; Hybrid; GBP 14,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Training and support

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Principal Recruitment is seeking Cover Supervisors for secondary schools in Hounslow. The role involves supervising classes when teachers are absent, delivering pre-prepared materials, and helping maintain a positive learning environment across a range of subjects.

Ideal candidates will have experience with young people, strong communication, and the ability to manage behaviour. A DBS check is required. We offer competitive pay and flexible hours, with training and ongoing support.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people (e.g., youth work, coaching)
• Must hold an Enhanced DBS
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Flexible, reliable, and able to adapt to various classroom settings

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 issues or successes during cover lessons.

Skills

Experience with children/young people

Enhanced DBS

Strong communication

Flexible/shifts

Job description

Principal Recruitment is seeking Cover Supervisors for secondary schools in Hounslow. The role involves supervising classes when teachers are absent, delivering pre-prepared materials, and helping maintain a positive learning environment across a range of subjects.

Ideal candidates will have experience with young people, strong communication, and the ability to manage behaviour. A DBS check is required. We offer competitive pay and flexible hours, with training and ongoing support.