Supply Cover Supervisor

Role:
Cover Supervisor (Secondary)

Location:

Lincoln, Lincolnshire

Contract:

Flexible temporary roles – day-to-day, short-term, and long-term

Start date:

ASAP/April 2026
Salary: £100-£125 per day (dependent on experience and/or qualifications)

About the role

We’re excited to welcome confident and adaptable Cover Supervisors to join our team, supporting secondary schools across Lincoln and the surrounding areas on a flexible supply basis.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will step into the classroom when a teacher is absent and supervise pupils in completing pre-prepared work. You’ll be responsible for maintaining a calm, focused and productive learning environment, ensuring students stay on task and behave appropriately.

The role involves working with Key Stage 3 and 4 students (ages 11–16) across a range of subjects, supporting pupils of varying abilities and needs. You will not be required to plan lessons, but you will guide students through set tasks, manage behaviour effectively and provide feedback to the school at the end of the day.

About the school/us

At Heart of Supply, we’re proud to work with a variety of local schools across Lincoln and the surrounding areas, from nurturing primary classrooms to dynamic secondary environments, and specialist SEND provisions to inclusive academy trusts. Our partner schools are welcoming, well-resourced, and committed to creating positive spaces for both pupils and staff. Whether you’re looking to broaden your experience or find your perfect-fit setting, you’ll have the chance to step into a range of roles that suit your strengths, with our support every step of the way.

What you will need:

* Degree and a minimum of 6 weeks' recent UK secondary classroom experience required

* Strong communication skills and confidence leading a classroom

* A calm, professional approach to behaviour management

* Ability to follow lesson plans and keep pupils engaged in their learning

* Flexibility to work across a range of schools and subjects

* A genuine interest in education and supporting young people’s progress

We’re fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All applicants will undergo thorough vetting, including enhanced DBS (with children’s barred list check and Update Service registration), references, and online checks as part of our compliance process.

What we offer you:

* Competitive weekly PAYE pay

* Roles tailored to your lifestyle - day-to-day or longer term

* Access to exclusive opportunities in great local schools

* A friendly, experienced consultant who listens

* Free CPD and ongoing professional development

* A simple ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme

* A warm, supportive agency that genuinely cares about you and your journey

Heart of Supply is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. All appointments are made in line with safer recruitment practices.

About us

Heart of Supply is an independent education specialist agency built on over 15 years of experience connecting talented educators with schools that truly appreciate them. We believe that recruitment should feel personal, supportive, and straightforward. That’s why we take the time to get to know you, understand your strengths, and place you in roles where you can thrive. Whether you’re just starting out, returning to the classroom, or exploring something new, we’ll be with you every step of the way, offering honest advice, friendly communication, and opportunities that fit around your life.

Ready to take the next step in your career?

If you’re enthusiastic, reliable and ready to make a positive impact in secondary schools, we’d love to hear from you.
Click apply, email or call us. We’d love to hear from you, even if you're just exploring what’s next