Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor Secondary Schools
Locations: Shropshire, Telford & Staffordshire
Employer: TARA Recruitment
Flexible Opportunities: Full-time Part-time Day-to-day cover

TARA Recruitment is currently working in partnership with a number of secondary schools across Shropshire, Telford and Staffordshire who are seeking reliable and enthusiastic Cover Supervisors to support their teaching teams.

This is a fantastic opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers, or individuals with experience working with young people who are looking to gain valuable classroom experience before pursuing a career in education, including applying for a PGCE.

Role Overview

As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes during the short-term absence of the classroom teacher. Work will be pre-set by teaching staff, and your role will be to ensure students remain on task and maintain a positive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervising whole classes during teacher absences using pre-prepared lesson materials

• Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies

• Ensuring students stay focused and complete the work set by the teacher

• Providing support and guidance to students where appropriate

• Reporting back to teaching staff on student progress and behaviour

• Maintaining a safe and productive classroom environment

Requirements

• A degree (minimum) OR previous experience working with young people in a school, coaching, youth work, or similar setting

• Strong communication and organisational skills

• Confidence managing groups of students aged

• A professional, reliable and flexible approach

• An interest in education and supporting young people

Why Work With TARA Recruitment?

• Flexible work to suit your schedule full-time, part-time or day-to-day cover

• Opportunities to gain valuable classroom experience

• Ideal preparation for those considering a career in teaching or a future PGCE application

• Competitive daily rates

• Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment team

If you are passionate about working with young people and would like to gain hands-on experience in secondary schools, we would love to hear from you.

Apply for the Cover Supervisor role today by sending your most current CV!