Cover Supervisor

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Cover Supervisor – Secondary School

Bath
Day-to-day placements with potential for permanent position

We are currently seeking a confident and reliable Cover Supervisor to work within secondary schools in Bath. This role is ideal for individuals who have classroom experience but do not hold a formal teaching qualification. It offers flexible day-to-day placements, with the opportunity to secure a permanent position for the right candidate.

About the Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will be responsible for delivering pre-set work in the absence of the class teacher. You will play a key role in maintaining continuity of learning and ensuring a positive classroom environment.

Your responsibilities may include:

Supervising whole classes during teacher absence

Delivering pre-prepared lesson materials

Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies

Ensuring students remain on task and engaged in their learning

Providing feedback to teaching staff on lesson progress

You may also be required to support students in smaller groups or on a 1:1 basis, depending on the needs of the school.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Previous experience working with secondary-aged students

Strong behaviour management and communication skills

Confidence leading a classroom independently

A calm, professional and adaptable approach

Experience supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) (desirable but not essential)

An interest in pursuing a career in education (desirable)

What We Offer:

Flexible day-to-day placements to suit your availability

Opportunity to secure a permanent position

Valuable classroom experience within supportive school environments

The chance to make a meaningful impact on students’ education

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers, or experienced education professionals looking to gain further secondary school experience.

If you are motivated, organised and ready to take the lead in the classroom, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to begin your journey as a Cover Supervisor in Bath.

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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