Secondary Cover Supervisor

Randstad Education; Littlehampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking a Secondary Cover Supervisor to lead classes across Key Stage 3 and 4 without the burden of marking or planning. You will support schools in Brighton, Hove, and coastal Sussex with a 3:30 PM sign-off.

This role offers guaranteed daily pay, no lesson prep, and a clear progression path toward Teacher Training or a PGCE, along with consistent local placements.

Qualifications

• Presence and ability to command a room with enthusiasm.
• Versatility across education, youth work, sports coaching, or performing arts.
• Reliability during school hours (8:30 AM - 3:30 PM).
• Vetting: Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Lead the room by overseeing classes in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Guide learning by delivering pre-set work and answering pupil questions.
• Maintain a positive classroom vibe with clear boundaries and calm authority.
• Submit attendance notes and hand back completed work at the end of the day.

Skills

Presence

Versatility

Reliability

Vetting

Job description

Secondary Cover Supervisor (No Marking/Planning Required)

Love teaching, but hate the admin? If you want to step into the classroom, lead students, and make an instant impact-without spending your evenings marking essays or lesson planning-Cover Supervision is the perfect career move for you.

We are looking for confident, adaptable, and engaging individuals to support secondary schools across Brighton, Hove, and nearby Sussex towns. Whether you are an experienced education professional, a university graduate, a sports coach, or a performer, this is your chance to gain hands-on leadership experience with a complete 3:30 PM sign-off. Join a team where you can focus on what really matters: guiding students and maintaining a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the Room:Oversee classes across Key Stage 3 and 4 in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Guide Learning:Deliver pre-set work, answer pupil questions, and ensure students stay focused on their tasks.
• Set the Vibe:Maintain positive classroom behavior using clear boundaries, encouragement, and calm authority.
• End-of-Day Transition:Hand back completed work and submit brief, essential attendance notes before clocking out.

Qualifications:

• Presence:Ability to command a room with enthusiasm and professional maturity.
• Versatility:Backgrounds in education, youth work, sports coaching, or performing arts are highly valued.
• Reliability:Standard availability during school hours (8:30 AM - 3:30 PM).
• Vetting:Must hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay:Earn £100.00 - £130.00 per day, paid directly via weekly PAYE.
• Work-Life Balance:Enjoy a role with no lesson prep, no staff meetings, and no weekend grading.
• Career Growth:An excellent platform if you are considering future Teacher Training or a PGCE.
• Local Work:Consistent placements throughout Brighton & Hove and coastal Sussex.