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Cover Supervisor

  1. Cover Supervisor
  2. Oldham
Date posted : 12/11/26
  1. Full Time
£100 - 110 per day

Job description

e you looking to gain valuable classroom experience or take the next step in your education career?

A popular and inclusive secondary school in Oldham is seeking a confident and reliable Cover Supervisor to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people and wants to make a positive impact in a school environment.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will be responsible for leading pre-planned lessons in the absence of teaching staff, ensuring students remain engaged, on task and working in a positive learning environment. No planning or marking is required, making this an excellent opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers, experienced support staff, youth workers or those with experience working with young people.

The role will involve:

  • Supervising whole classes during teacher absence
  • Delivering pre-prepared lesson materials across a range of subjects
  • Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies
  • Supporting students to remain focused and engaged with their learning
  • Building positive relationships with students and staff
  • Providing feedback to teaching staff following lessons

We're looking for someone who:

  • Has experience working with young people in any capacity
  • Is confident managing groups of students
  • Has strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Can remain calm, professional and adaptable
  • Is enthusiastic about supporting students and education
  • Has a positive and proactive attitude

This role would be particularly suited to:

  • Graduates considering a future career in teaching
  • Existing Cover Supervisors
  • Teaching Assistants looking to progress
  • Sports Coaches
  • Youth Workers
  • Learning Mentors
  • Behaviour Support Staff

In return, you'll receive:

  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Full-time opportunity with an immediate start available
  • Ongoing support from school leadership and support staff
  • Valuable classroom experience in a highly regarded secondary setting
  • Excellent preparation for teacher training or further education-based roles

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a welcoming and supportive school where you'll play an important role in maintaining high standards and helping students succeed.

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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