Cover Supervisor

Together creating learning capacity in the classroom

The Education Specialists is seeking a confident and reliable Cover Supervisor to join a well-established secondary school in Stokport, rated Good by Ofsted.

This is a full-time, long-term position for the remainder of the academic year, providing classroom cover across Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4).

The school has a strong behaviour policy in place and a supportive senior leadership team, making it an excellent environment for a Cover Supervisor looking to gain experience in a secondary school setting.

Secondary School Cover Supervisor benefits:

• Competitive daily rate (£95 - £120 per day, dependent on experience)
• Long-term stability for the remainder of the academic year
• Access to professional development and CPD opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• £150 refer a friend scheme (T&Cs apply)

Role requirements:

• Previous experience working with young people (school-based desirable)
• Confident managing a classroom independently
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive and adaptable approach
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing
• Enhanced DBS on the updated service or willingness to apply through The Education Specialists

The successful Cover Supervisor will:

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across a range of subjects
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies
• Ensure pupils remain engaged and on task
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on pupil progress and behaviour
• Support a positive and structured learning environment
• Build strong relationships with pupils and staff

Safeguarding & Compliance

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and candidates to share this commitment. Our recruitment processes follow Safer Recruitment guidelines in line with current legislation, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and Working Together to Safeguard Children (2023). All appointments are subject to pre employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check. We are also committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and are happy to make reasonable adjustments where required.