Secondary Cover Supervisor

Tradewind Recruitment; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD on behaviour

Safeguarding training

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment in Chelmsford is seeking a Full-Time Cover Supervisor to support secondary schools starting September 2026. The role is a full-time, temp-to-perm position, offering school-based experience for graduates, aspiring teachers, and those who enjoy working with young people.

Supervise classes, manage behaviour, deliver pre-prepared work, and provide feedback to teachers. Opportunity to secure a permanent contract through strong performance in a supportive school environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people.
• Confident, professional classroom management.
• Strong communication and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Supervise whole classes in the absence of a teacher and keep students on task.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
• Deliver pre-prepared work and ensure learning continues smoothly.
• Provide timely feedback to teachers on student progress and conduct.
• Support students across year groups and subjects.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Experience with young people

Job description

Full-Time Cover Supervisor | Chelmsford Temp-to-Perm Opportunity | Starting September 2026

Are you confident, organised, and looking to take your first step into a school-based role? Tradewind Recruitment is working with secondary schools across Chelmsford that are seeking reliable and enthusiastic Cover Supervisors to join them on a full-time, temp-to-perm basis starting September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers, or anyone with experience working with young people who is looking to build a career in education.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervising whole classes in the absence of a teacher, ensuring students stay on task
• Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies
• Delivering pre-prepared work and ensuring learning continues smoothly
• Providing feedback to teachers and school leaders on student progress and conduct
• Supporting students across a range of year groups and subjects

Ideal candidates will have:

• Experience working with young people (e.g. in schools, youth work, sports coaching, tutoring)
• A confident and professional approach to classroom management
• Excellent communication skills and a calm, positive attitude
• A strong interest in education - ideal for those considering a future in teaching
• Availability for a full-time role with the potential to move into a permanent contract

What Tradewind Recruitment offers:

• A full-time, school-based role with the opportunity to secure a permanent position
• Competitive pay and weekly pay structure
• Access to free CPD including behaviour management and safeguarding
• Ongoing support from your dedicated Tradewind consultant
• The chance to gain valuable classroom experience in a supportive school environment