Job Title: Cover Supervisor
Location: Burnley, Lancashire
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: £90 – £110 per day
Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Join Our Team – Make a Difference Every Day!
We’re looking for a confident and motivated Cover Supervisor to join our dedicated secondary school team in Burnley from January 2026. If you enjoy working with young people and want a role where you can truly make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
About the Role:
As a Cover Supervisor, you’ll:
✔ Deliver pre-prepared lesson plans in the absence of teaching staff
✔ Keep students engaged and on task
✔ Support learning and maintain a positive classroom environment
✔ Manage behaviour in line with school policy
✔ Provide feedback to teachers on lessons and student progress
About You:
We’re looking for someone who:
✔ Has strong communication and organisational skills
✔ Enjoys working with young people and building positive relationships
✔ Is adaptable, resilient, and confident in managing classroom behaviour
✔ Ideally has experience in schools or youth work (training provided)
✔ Holds GCSEs in English and Maths (or equivalent)
What We Offer:
✅ A welcoming and supportive school community
✅ Full induction and ongoing training
✅ Valuable classroom experience – perfect for aspiring teachers
✅ A varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same
How to Apply:
Send your CV and a short covering letter explaining why you’re the ideal candidate for this role or contact Hayley on 01772 386307.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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