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 Mansfield 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 Mansfield 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 Mansfield, you will become a consistent, reliable presence across the school day.

• 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 Nottingham.

• 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 Nottinghamshire.

• Daily rate of £110 - £140 per day, paid weekly.

• Temp-to-perm progression pathways available for the right Cover Supervisor seeking long-term stability.

• Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance - APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards.

• Flexible working patterns tailored around your schedule.

• Culture-matched placements to ensure your skills align with the school's ethos in Chadderton (OL9).

• Access to accredited training and over 5 CPD courses (including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour Management) via Milk Academy.

• 24/7 dedicated support from your personal Milk Education recruitment consultant.

This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience,