Trainee Cover Supervisor

Tradewind Recruitment; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking Trainee Cover Supervisors for secondary schools in Bristol starting January 2026. This role involves engaging with students, managing classroom behaviour, and presenting lesson plans. No prior teaching experience is necessary, but candidates should have A Levels in relevant subjects and enthusiasm for teaching. Competitive pay is offered at £120-£130 per day with flexible working arrangements. Apply now to begin your teaching journey!

Benefits

Free Cover Supervisor course

Access to over 2,500 CPD courses

Flexible scheduling

Qualifications

• No prior teaching experience is necessary but relevant enthusiasm is desired.
• Preferably possess A Levels in English, Maths, Science, Business, Drama, Psychology, Humanities, or Sports.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Engage with students and facilitate productive class sessions.
• Control classroom behaviour in line with the school's behaviour policy.
• Present a lesson with the resources provided.

Skills

Experience with young people aged 11‑16

Communication skills

Enthusiasm

Education

A Levels in relevant subjects

Job description

Trainee Cover Supervisors

Are you interested in a career towards education? Wanting to gain in classroom experience working as a Cover Supervisor and get a feel for teaching?

Consider joining us at Tradewind Recruitment as a Future Cover Supervisor for secondary schools in Bristol, starting from January 2026 on short‑ or long‑term placements.

Tradewind provides a free Cover Supervisor course + 2,500 CPD courses, ensuring you are upskilled and constantly improving your abilities.

Your role involves

• Create and maintain a positive learning environment
• Engage with students and facilitate productive class sessions
• Control classroom behaviour in line with the school's behaviour policy
• Present a lesson with the resources provided

We offer competitive pay ranging from £120‑£130 per day PAYE, Monday to Friday, with flexible days to accommodate your availability. Whether you can commit to a full week or just a few days, we’ll work with your schedule.

Requirements

• Experience working with young people aged 11‑16 (preferred)
• A Levels in relevant subjects
• Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable), and professional references
• Legal right to work in the UK
• No prior teaching experience is necessary, but enthusiasm, communication skills, and a minimum of A Levels (preferably in English, Maths, Science, Business, Drama, Psychology, Humanities, or Sports) are desired.

As a Cover Supervisor, you’ll work in secondary schools, overseeing various subjects and ensuring the smooth delivery of lesson plans!

Click 'Apply now' to kickstart your journey as a Cover Supervisor in Bristol or reach out to Tom Townley for more information. #BRISTEACH

At Tradewind, we understand that our teachers are our greatest asset

• Your income matters; we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice.
• Your development matters; we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College.
• Your flexibility matters; we tailor the working week to you – daily supply, long‑term contracts and permanent positions all available, all local to you.
• Your wellbeing matters; we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running.

We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer.