Secondary Cover Supervisor

Academics; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Academics is seeking a flexible, proactive Secondary Cover Supervisor for Ellesmere Port with an immediate start. You will support learning across a range of secondary schools, stepping in when regular teachers are absent and helping to maintain classroom continuity.

This role suits experienced Cover Supervisors, recent graduates, sports coaches or youth workers seeking valuable classroom management experience without Qualified Teacher Status.

Qualifications

• Background working with teenagers or young people in education, youth work, sports coaching, or mentoring.
• Confident, with strong communication and group management skills.
• Willingness to work across multiple Ellesmere Port schools.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils and maintain order in diverse secondary classrooms.
• Deliver predefined lesson work provided by absent teachers.
• Support student learning and manage group dynamics.
• Be flexible to cover short-term, daily or longer placements.

Skills

Classroom management

Interpersonal communication

Adaptability

Leadership

Job description

Secondary Cover Supervisor - Ellesmere Port - 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 Ellesmere Port.

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 flexible shifts or ongoing placements in Ellesmere Port, we want to hear from you today.

Role Overview

Classroom Management: Step into diverse secondary classrooms across Ellesmere Port 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 Ellesmere Port.
• 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