Secondary School Cover Supervisor

Academic Appointments Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 16,605 - 23,985; Full time

Job summary

Academic Appointments Ltd. is seeking a Cover Supervisor for secondary schools in Leeds. You will supervise classes during teacher absences, delivering pre-planned lessons and maintaining a positive learning environment across multiple schools.

The role offers flexible day-to-day, short-term, and long-term opportunities, with weekly pay and ongoing consultant support. Suitable for graduates or education professionals seeking experience in varied settings.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in a secondary setting.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be organised, adaptable and able to work across a range of subjects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons in the absence of the classroom teacher.
• Supervise students and keep them engaged with learning.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive and productive classroom environment.
• Follow school behaviour management policies and encourage positive conduct.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on lesson progress and student behaviour.
• Support the smooth day-to-day running of the school.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Adaptability

Relationship building

Organisation

Job description

Cover Supervisor - Secondary Schools | Leeds

As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a vital role in maintaining continuity of learning across secondary schools in Leeds. Working on a day-to-day, short-term, or long-term basis, the Cover Supervisor will supervise classes during teacher absences, ensuring students remain engaged with pre-planned lessons and learning continues in a positive environment.

Who are we looking for?

• Have experience working with young people in a secondary school, college, youth work, coaching, tutoring, or similar setting.
• Be confident managing classrooms and promoting positive behaviour.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be organised, adaptable, and able to work across a range of subjects.
• Build positive relationships with students, teachers, and school staff.
• Remain calm, professional, and resilient in a busy school environment.

What to expect

Working as a Cover Supervisor offers a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You will:

• Deliver pre-planned lessons in the absence of the classroom teacher.
• Supervise students, ensuring they remain focused and engaged with their learning.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and productive classroom environment.
• Follow school behaviour management policies and encourage positive conduct.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on lesson progress and student behaviour.
• Support the smooth day-to-day running of the school.

Benefits of Supply Work

• Flexible day-to-day, short-term, and long-term Cover Supervisor opportunities.
• Experience across a wide range of secondary schools throughout Leeds.
• Excellent experience for aspiring teachers, graduates, and education professionals.
• Weekly pay.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.

Requirements

• Two professional references.
• An Enhanced DBS Certificate, or willingness to obtain one (assistance available).
• Previous experience working with young people is desirable.
• Strong classroom management skills and a proactive approach.

If you're looking for your next Cover Supervisor role in Leeds and want to make a positive impact in secondary education, we'd love to hear from you.

Rate of pay is dependent on current experience, qualifications, and payroll method.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references