Secondary Cover Supervisor

Milk Education is more than a supply partner - we are a community for educators. Join us and gain access to training, professional development opportunities, and ongoing support. We are currently recruiting for a confident Cover Supervisor to join a supportive secondary school situated in Whickham, Gateshead on a flexible, long-term, or day-to-day basis.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a proactive Cover Supervisor looking to build meaningful classroom management experience within a modern secondary environment located within the Gateshead area. You will be joining an inclusive, student-focused school community that prioritises pupil wellbeing, strong relationships, and positive behaviour. As a regular Cover Supervisor in Gateshead, you will become a consistent, reliable presence across the school day.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Leading whole-class lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 in the absence of the timetabled teacher.

• Delivering pre-set work, managing classroom behaviour effectively, and keeping pupils focused and engaged.

• Upholding high expectations for learning while creating a structured, positive classroom environment.

• Responding to individual student needs and supporting with general queries across a range of subject areas.

• Providing clear, comprehensive handover feedback to regular teaching staff at the end of each session.

• Working collaboratively as a trusted Cover Supervisor alongside departmental heads and pastoral teams in Gateshead.

Requirements or

Skills:

• Prior experience working as a Cover Supervisor, Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA), sports coach, or youth mentor with secondary-aged pupils.

• Confident behaviour management skills with the ability to build quick rapport and de-escalate disruption.

• Strong communication, organisation, and problem-solving abilities.

• Degree-educated or holding relevant educational qualifications (ideal for aspiring secondary teachers).

• Available to commute easily to our partner secondary school based in Gateshead.

Benefits:

• Competitive rates of pay with temp-to-perm routes available.