Cover Supervisor (Secondary School – London)

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff.

• Deliver pre-prepared lesson plans and ensure students stay on task.

• Manage classroom behaviour in line with the school’s policies.

• Provide feedback to the absent teacher on the lesson and student performance.

• Maintain a safe and productive learning environment.

Typical Working Hours:

• School hours (approx. 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM), Monday to Friday.

• Term-time only, with full-time, part-time, and supply/flexible options.

Requirements:

Essential:

• Good standard of education (minimum GCSEs in English and Maths).

• Strong classroom management skills.

• Confidence in dealing with secondary-aged pupils (11–16 or 11–18).

• Reliable, flexible, and calm under pressure.

Desirable:

• Experience working in a school or with young people (e.g., tutoring, youth work, teaching assistant roles).

• Degree-level education, especially for those considering a future in teaching.

• Enhanced DBS check (you’ll need this to work in schools).

Who the Role Suits:

• Aspiring teachers looking to gain school experience before a PGCE or teacher training.

• Retired teachers or teaching assistants seeking flexible work.

• Graduates and career changers exploring education as a profession.