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Cover Supervisor

Job in Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL1, England, UK
Listing for: TimePlan Education
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-24
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Education Administration, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Cover Supervisor

Job title:

Cover Supervisor - Mainstream Secondary

Location:

Oldham

Contract:

part-time

We are recruiting a Cover Supervisor to work in a busy mainstream secondary school in Oldham. This role is ideal for candidates with solid classroom experience who can confidently deliver pre‑planned lessons to KS3 and KS4 pupils in the teacher's absence. This is not a tutoring or primary role.

Essential requirements
  • Recent experience working with secondary‑age pupils (11‑16) in a UK school setting
  • Confident managing a classroom independently and following school behaviour policies
  • Ability to deliver pre‑planned work across a range of subjects (no planning or marking required)
  • Strong behaviour management and presence in the classroom
Desirable
  • Experience as a Cover Supervisor, Secondary TA, Instructor, or Secondary HLTA
  • Degree (or equivalent) or Level 3 qualification in education/childcare
Key responsibilities
  • Supervising whole classes during teacher absence, using pre‑prepared lesson plans
  • Maintaining a calm, focused learning environment and following school behaviour procedures
  • Taking registers, giving instructions, and ensuring work is completed
  • Supporting pupils with questions and keeping them on task
What Time Plan can offer you
  • Competitive pay (paid weekly)
  • Flexible work to suit your availability
  • Access to a variety of secondary schools in your local area
  • Free safeguarding training and ongoing CPD
How to Apply

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children, we would love to hear from you! Click the "Apply Now" button or contact our Manchester branch on (phone number removed) to speak with one of our dedicated consultants.

Time Plan Education Group Limited is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to a successful Enhanced Disclosure, Barring Service (DBS) check and two professional references.

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