Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor

Protocol Education are working with schools throughout the Bath and NE Somerset area and we’re searching for positive, proactive Cover Supervisors who can keep lessons running smoothly and pupils engaged when teachers are away.

Best thing about this role, you don’t need to have formal teaching qualifications to do it. The role of a Cover Supervisor is unqualified. It’s all about you, the energy you can bring to the classroom. Previous experience is helpful, but not essential; full training will be given to the successful candidate.

There are both full and part‑time options available, so the role and work can fit around your current availability, ensuring you have a great work/life balance.

• Work under the guidance of senior staff and follow set lesson plans
• Supervise whole classes and keep pupils focused on learning
• Maintain a calm, positive environment and good order in the classroom
• Support the wider team in delivering a great school day, every day

You’ll be someone who enjoys working with young people and can bring energy, patience, and structure to the classroom.

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Are confident, adaptable, and organised
• Communicate clearly and listen well
• Stay calm under pressure and have a positive attitude
• Want to play an active part in helping pupils succeed
• Previous experience working within education or a similar field with young people is preferred

We work with schools throughout Swindon, Wiltshire, Bristol, Bath, NE Somerset, Somerset, South Glos and surrounding areas. If this role is not in your area, please still apply; there will be a school and role nearby.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please note, to apply for this role you must have right to work in the UK.