Cover Supervisor – Secondary School
Location: Harrow
Sector: Secondary Education – All Subjects
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time / Flexible Supply
Salary: £95–£120 per day (based on experience, inclusive of holiday pay)
Be the Difference Every Day – Step into the Classroom with Confidence
Teaching Personnel, the UK’s trusted education recruitment partner, is working closely with a dynamic secondary school in Harrow to appoint confident and adaptable Cover Supervisors. Whether you're an aspiring teacher, a recent graduate, or an experienced classroom leader looking for a flexible role, this is your opportunity to support students’ learning across various subjects.
Cover supervisors play a vital role in maintaining continuity of education during teacher absences by delivering pre-set lessons, managing behaviour, and keeping students engaged in their learning.
Why Work as a Cover Supervisor with Teaching Personnel?
We're more than a recruitment agency – we're here to help you grow.
• Ideal stepping stone for aspiring teachers, ECTs, or graduates
• Flexible working patterns that suit your lifestyle
• Regular placements with the option for long-term or permanent roles
• 1:1 support from a dedicated consultant with local school knowledge
• Access to FREE CPD, including “Behaviour Management”, “Safeguarding Essentials”, and “Classroom Leadership Skills”
The Role
• Supervise pre-prepared lessons across a range of subjects and year groups (KS3–KS4)
• Maintain classroom behaviour and ensure a positive learning environment
• Provide clear instructions and support student learning in line with school policies
• Adapt to different subjects and classrooms as required
• Work collaboratively with school staff and senior leadership to ensure continuity and progress
About You
• A confident communicator with good classroom presence
• Previous experience working with young people (in schools, tutoring, youth work, or sports coaching) is desirable
• A degree or strong academic background preferred
• Calm, flexible, and proactive approach to learning environments
• A passion for education and supporting student development
• Willingness to undergo full safeguarding checks including an enhanced DBS
What We Offer
• Competitive daily rates paid weekly
• Flexible work across multiple schools or long-term placement in one
• CPD to help you develop your classroom skills and support future teacher training applications
• Opportunities to transition into teacher training or permanent school roles
• A welcoming and inclusive school network in Harrow and surrounding areas
Safeguarding Commitment
At Teaching Personnel, safeguarding is our top priority. All applicants will undergo enhanced DBS checks and reference verification. Online searches may be conducted in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance.
Apply Now – Inspire, Support, and Lead from the Front of the Classroom.
Join Teaching Personnel and gain valuable experience in education while making a real difference in young people’s lives.
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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