Cover Supervisor

Derby

Immediate Start Flexible, Long-Term & Full-Time Opportunities

Are you looking to gain hands on classroom experience and take the first step into a career in education? Whether you're an aspiring teacher, recent graduate, or experienced youth worker, this is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact in secondary schools.

Smile Education is currently recruiting enthusiastic and reliable Cover Supervisors to work across a range of well established and supportive secondary schools within a respected multi academy trust in Derby.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a key role in maintaining continuity of learning in the absence of teaching staff. Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering pre planned lessons across a range of subjects
• Managing classroom behaviour and ensuring students remain on task
• Supporting students across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Creating a positive, focused, and inclusive learning environment
• Gaining valuable experience in different school settings

This role is ideal for those looking to build confidence in the classroom and develop skills for a future teaching career.

You will be working within a group of secondary schools known for their:

• Supportive leadership teams
• Strong behaviour management policies
• Welcoming and inclusive environments
• Commitment to staff development

These schools value adaptable individuals who can quickly build rapport and maintain a positive classroom atmosphere.

• Experience working with young people (e.g. education, coaching, youth work)
• Confidence in managing groups of students
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A proactive, flexible, and professional approach
• A genuine interest in education and student development

• Competitive daily pay rates
• Flexible work to fit around your availability
• Opportunities for long term and permanent roles
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• A clear pathway into teacher training and education careers

If you're ready to gain valuable classroom experience and make a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or send your CV to to find out more about current opportunities in Derby.

Ref: SM1LET

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.