Cover Supervisor

Teaching Personnel are seeking a confident and adaptable Cover Supervisor to join a welcoming and well-regarded secondary school in the Ryde area. This full-time position is perfect for those looking to gain valuable classroom experience or explore a potential career in teaching.

About the Role:
As a Cover Supervisor, you’ll supervise classes of students aged 11–16 in the absence of the class teacher. Your role will be to ensure pupils stay engaged with pre-prepared lesson materials and maintain a calm, focused learning environment across a range of subjects. You may also provide some support to students with special educational needs (SEN).

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver and oversee pre-set lessons across a variety of subjects for pupils aged 11–16.

• Manage classroom behaviour effectively in line with school policies.

• Encourage and maintain pupil focus and participation.

• Offer appropriate support to SEN pupils when required.

• Report back to teaching staff on pupil progress and classroom conduct.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with secondary-aged pupils is desirable, particularly in supporting SEN students.

• Confident classroom presence and the ability to adapt to different situations.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• A positive attitude and enthusiasm for supporting young people in their education.

What’s On Offer:

• Full-time position with an immediate start.

• Competitive daily pay rates between £95 and £140.

• Supportive school environment with opportunities for professional development.

• Dedicated assistance from Teaching Personnel’s experienced recruitment team.

If you’re passionate about education and looking to make a positive difference in a local secondary school, we’d love to hear from you.

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.
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