Secondary Cover Supervisor

Academics; Chester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate availability

Flexible days

Competitive pay (weekly)

Career progression

Job summary

Academics is seeking an adaptable Secondary Cover Supervisor to support Chester schools on a flexible daily supply basis with immediate start options. You will supervise classes, deliver set work, and help maintain positive learning environments across multiple sites.

Ideal candidates have experience with teenagers or youth work, excellent communication, and a confident, resilient approach. DBS update service required or willingness to apply now.

Qualifications

• Experience working with teenagers or young people in educational, youth work, sports coaching, or mentoring environments.
• High confidence managing group dynamics and effective communication.
• Adaptability to step into new secondary school environments across Chester.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils in diverse secondary classrooms across Chester and maintain classroom order.
• Deliver set work and ensure lesson plans provided by absent teachers are followed.
• Support pupils with queries and manage group dynamics to maintain a positive learning environment.

Skills

Classroom management

Interpersonal communication

Adaptability

Authority and discipline

Job description

Secondary Cover Supervisor - Chester - Immediate Start

Academics, a reputable education recruitment agency, is seeking an adaptable, confident, and proactive Secondary Cover Supervisor for flexible daily supply, short-term, and immediate long-term opportunities at supportive secondary schools across Chester.

Cover Supervisors play a vital role in maintaining classroom continuity and supporting student learning when regular teaching staff are absent. This position is ideal for experienced Cover Supervisors, recent Graduates, Sports Coaches, or Youth Workers looking to gain valuable classroom management experience without the need for Qualified Teacher Status. If you are looking for an immediate start in Chester, we want to hear from you today.

Role Overview

• Classroom Management: Step into diverse secondary classrooms across Chester to supervise pupils, keep students focused on set tasks, and maintain order.
• Deliver Set Work: Ensure that predefined lesson plans and learning resources provided by the absent teacher are delivered effectively.
• Flexibility & Immediate Work: Work on your terms - take advantage of immediate daily morning calls, short-term bookings, or ongoing long-term block placements.
• Student Support: Assist pupils with queries, manage group dynamics, and maintain a positive, productive learning environment.

Requirements

• Experience: Background working with teenagers or young people in educational, youth work, sports coaching, or mentoring environments.
• Key Skills: High confidence managing group dynamics, strong interpersonal skills, natural authority, and effective communication.
• Adaptability: A resilient, enthusiastic approach to stepping into new secondary school environments across Chester.
• Compliance: An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or readiness to apply immediately).

Why Join Academics?

• Immediate Availability: Start working as soon as your compliance checks are complete.
• Ultimate Flexibility: Choose full-time or part-time days that fit around your lifestyle.
• Competitive Pay: Earn competitive daily rates paid weekly via a straightforward online timesheet system.
• Career Progression: Gain hands-on secondary school experience, perfect for aspiring teachers considering PGCE/SCITT routes.

Academics is committed to safeguarding children. All candidates must pass enhanced background checks.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy