Cover Supervisor – KS3 & KS4 Teaching
Location: Stockton-on-Tees
Start Date: Immediate
Are you looking to join a thriving, forward-thinking secondary school in Stockton-on-Tees? This well‑established school is recognised for its strong sense of community, high expectations, and commitment to creating a dynamic, inclusive and aspirational learning environment for every student.
With a proud reputation for promoting both academic achievement and personal development, the school offers a broad and engaging curriculum, excellent extracurricular opportunities—particularly within sport—and a culture built on respect, resilience and ambition.
They are now seeking a dedicated, values‑driven Cover Supervisor to join their supportive and collaborative team.
The Role
As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a key role in maintaining continuity of learning for students aged 11–16 (KS3 & KS4) during teacher absences. Your responsibilities will include:
- Delivering pre‑prepared lesson materials with confidence and clarity
- Supporting positive behaviour in line with the school’s values and expectations
- Creating a calm, focused and purposeful learning environment
- Maintaining high standards of professionalism across all year groups
- Gaining hands‑on experience supporting students with special educational needs, offering valuable insight to support your future career in education
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build classroom experience while becoming part of a school community that genuinely invests in both staff and students.
Who We’re Looking For
You will be well suited to this role if you:
- Have experience working with secondary‑aged students and are eager to progress within education
- Are confident, adaptable, and capable of leading a classroom independently
- Communicate professionally and build positive, supportive relationships with young people
- Are passionate about motivating students and helping them reach their full potential
Working Hours & Benefits
- Competitive daily rate
- Holiday pay included
- Full‑time, Monday–Friday (with flexibility available)
- Term‑time only – supporting a healthy work–life balance
- Access to a wide range of CPD Academy online courses
- Ongoing professional development and dedicated support from Teaching Personnel’s experienced consultants
If you have secondary school experience and are looking for Cover Supervisor opportunities in Stockton‑on‑Tees, 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.
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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