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Cover Supervisor

Job in City Of London, Central London, Greater London, England, UK
Listing for: Education Matters Group
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-21
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 90 - 100 GBP Hourly GBP 90.00 100.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: City Of London

Cover Supervisor Secondary School

Southeast London

£90 £ 100 per day (dependent on experience)

September Start

Are you confident, organised, and passionate about working with young people?

We are currently recruiting enthusiastic Cover Supervisors to work within welcoming and well-managed secondary schools in Southeast London. This is a fantastic opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers, or experienced support staff looking to gain valuable classroom experience and develop their career within education.

The Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a key role in maintaining continuity of learning during teacher absences by delivering pre-planned lessons and ensuring students remain engaged and focused throughout the day.

Responsibilities
  • Delivering pre-set lessons in the absence of the classroom teacher
  • Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies
  • Ensuring students stay on task and engaged with their learning
  • Providing feedback to teaching staff following lessons
  • Supporting a positive, inclusive, and respectful learning environment
  • Building positive relationships with students and staff
The Ideal Candidate
  • Previous experience working with young people (school-based experience desirable)
  • A confident classroom presence and ability to lead a group
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • A proactive, adaptable, and positive attitude
  • A genuine passion for education and supporting student progress
What We Offer
  • Competitive daily pay rates
  • Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
  • Access to a wide network of schools
  • Flexible working opportunities to suit your schedule
Compliance Requirements
  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
  • Right to work in the UK
  • Two professional references covering the last two years

If you are looking to gain valuable classroom experience and make a real difference in students education, we would love to hear from you!

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