Cover Supervisor

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Location: Southend on sea
Salary: £90-£150 per day
Start Date: Easter / September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time

Cover Supervisor – Step into the Classroom and Make an Impact!

Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role in education? Do you have a natural ability to lead and inspire young minds? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

We are seeking a confident and adaptable Cover Supervisor to join our fantastic secondary schools in Southend on sea. Whether you're an aspiring teacher, a recent graduate, or someone with experience working with young people, this role will give you invaluable classroom experience while making a real difference in students' education.

What You’ll Be Doing:

As a Cover Supervisor, you’ll take charge of the classroom in the teacher’s absence, ensuring students stay engaged and on track with their learning. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Delivering pre-prepared lesson materials to students.
• Keeping the classroom focused and maintaining a positive learning environment.
• Encouraging student participation and independent learning.
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively.
• Supporting students with their work and answering questions.

What We’re Looking For:

• A confident and enthusiastic individual who can command a classroom.
• Experience working with young people (e.g., tutoring, coaching, mentoring, youth work).
• Strong communication and organisation skills.
• A proactive and adaptable approach to education.
• A genuine passion for helping students succeed.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Flexibility to Suit Your Lifestyle – Choose when and where you work, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Pathway to Permanent Roles – Use this role as a stepping stone to secure a permanent position in a school you love.
• Immediate Start Options – Get placed quickly and start making an impact right away.
• Competitive Pay Rates – Earn a great daily rate, with the potential for pay progression based on your performance.
• Sociable Hours – No late nights or weekend shifts, just rewarding work in school hours.
• Temp Work – Choose your own shifts and build experience at your own pace.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and that the successful applicant must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

If you're ready to take on an exciting challenge as a Cover Supervisor, apply today and start your journey in education!