Cover Supervisor

Posted 06/09/26
Hackney, London, East London
£145 - £160 per day
Starts: ASAP
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive secondary school in East London as a Cover Supervisor, starting immediately. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the continuous delivery of high-quality education by supervising classes during teacher absence. This position offers a competitive daily rate of £145 - £160 and provides invaluable experience within a dynamic mainstream educational setting. Your commitment will ensure pupils remain focused and engaged in their learning journey throughout the school day.

Key Responsibilities
* Effectively supervise classes across various subjects in the absence of the regular teacher.
* Ensure all pupils are on task and engaged with the pre-set work.
* Implement the school's behaviour policy consistently to maintain a positive learning environment.
* Manage classroom dynamics proactively and address any issues swiftly and fairly.
* Support pupil learning by responding to basic questions and providing appropriate guidance.
* Provide clear and concise feedback to teaching staff regarding pupil progress and classroom events.

About You
* You possess prior experience working with young people, ideally within a secondary school environment.
* You demonstrate excellent classroom management and behaviour management skills.
* You are an effective communicator, capable of building rapport with pupils and staff.
* You maintain a professional and adaptable approach to daily challenges.
* You are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive atmosphere for all pupils.
* You exhibit a proactive attitude and the ability to work independently.

Why Join
Joining this vibrant East London school as a Cover Supervisor offers a chance to genuinely impact pupil achievement and development. You will become part of a supportive educational community that values every contribution to its enriching learning environment. This role provides an excellent platform for professional growth within a forward-thinking institution, offering flexible contract options to suit your availability and career aspirations.

Not quite the right role? We're working with a number of schools and nurseries — feel free to get in touch to discuss other current opportunities.

Dunbar Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, references, and full compliance with safer recruitment procedures. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

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