Cover Supervisor

Job Title: Cover Supervisor
Location: Rye, East Sussex
Pay Rate: £110 – £120 per day
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time (Flexible)

Role Overview:
We are looking to appoint a confident and dependable Cover Supervisor to join a supportive Secondary School in Rye. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers, or individuals with experience working with young people who are seeking to gain hands-on classroom experience.

In this role, you will supervise classes during short-term staff absences, ensuring students stay focused, engaged, and adhere to the school’s behaviour expectations.

Key Duties:

• Supervise classes across Key Stages 3 and 4

• Deliver pre-set lesson plans and instructions

• Maintain a calm, positive, and well-managed classroom environment

• Manage student behaviour in line with school policies

• Offer guidance and support to students where required

Person Specification:

• Previous experience working with children or young people (desirable)

• Strong communication and classroom management skills

• A professional, flexible, and confident approach

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive daily pay of £110 – £120

• Flexible working arrangements

• Supportive and welcoming school environment

• Valuable classroom experience within a secondary school setting

Application Process:
If you are passionate about working in education and supporting students’ learning, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a brief cover note outlining your experience.

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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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