Flexible Cover Supervisor
Job description
Flexible Cover Supervisor Opportunities – Bolton & Wigan Schools
Ideal for Future Teachers or Current Students!
Are you looking to gain valuable experience in schools before starting your teacher training?
Or are you currently studying and want a flexible role that fits around your timetable?
We’re looking for reliable, confident, and enthusiastic individuals to work as Cover Supervisors in secondary schools across Bolton and Wigan.
What is a Cover Supervisor?
You’ll be supervising pre-set lessons in the absence of a teacher – no planning or marking required! This is a fantastic way to gain first-hand experience in the classroom, develop your behaviour management skills, and get a real feel for school life.
Who is this role perfect for?
✅ University students (particularly in education or related fields)
✅ Graduates considering a career in teaching
✅ Teaching assistants or support staff looking for more classroom experience
✅ Anyone seeking flexible, school-based work
What we offer:
✔ Flexible work to suit your schedule
✔ Opportunities in a variety of local secondary schools
✔ Ongoing support and optional training
✔ Competitive daily rates
Roles available across Bolton and Wigan
Immediate and September starts available
Start your journey into education today with a role that works around you.
Apply now and gain the experience schools and teacher training providers love to see!
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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