Secondary School Cover Supervisor

Secondary School Cover Supervisor – Full-Time – Stockport

Location: Stockport
Position: Cover Supervisor
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Pay: Competitive, based on experience and responsibilities

We are working in partnership with a vibrant secondary school in Stockport to recruit a dedicated and confident Cover Supervisor for a full-time role starting in September. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience working with young people in an educational setting who is looking to develop a career in teaching or education support.

Role Overview:

• Supervise classes across KS3 and KS4 in the absence of the class teacher.

• Deliver pre-prepared lesson content and ensure student engagement.

• Manage classroom behaviour effectively and in line with school policy.

• Provide feedback to teaching staff on student progress and classroom behaviour.

• Support with general classroom duties or teaching assistant responsibilities when not covering lessons.

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience working in a school setting (as a TA, HLTA, or Cover Supervisor).

• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.

• A positive and professional attitude.

• A desire to progress into teaching or a related educational career.

This is a fantastic opportunity for recent graduates, sports coaches, or experienced school staff looking for a new challenge in a supportive and high-achieving secondary school.

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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