Cover Supervisor

Posted 06/03/26
Braintree, Essex, South East
£145 - £160 per day
Starts: ASAP
About the Role
Are you ready to embrace a dynamic and crucial role within a vibrant educational setting? A flourishing school is seeking an adaptable and proactive Cover Supervisor to ensure the continuity of learning across various subjects. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a challenging yet rewarding position, managing classroom behaviour, fostering a positive learning environment, and supporting student engagement during teacher absences. Whether you are seeking long-term stability, short-term assignments, or daily supply work, this role offers incredible flexibility to suit your career aspirations, with an immediate start available and a competitive daily rate ranging from £145 to £160.

Key Responsibilities
• Deliver pre-prepared work to students, ensuring clear understanding of tasks.
• Actively manage classroom behaviour, upholding school policies and promoting a positive learning atmosphere.
• Respond proactively to student questions and provide appropriate guidance.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all students under your supervision.
• Facilitate a productive learning environment, encouraging student participation and focus.
• Provide clear and concise feedback to teaching staff regarding student progress and any incidents during lessons.

About You
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, adept at building rapport with students.
• Demonstrate strong classroom management abilities, maintaining a respectful and orderly environment.
• Be highly adaptable and resilient, thriving in diverse and fast-paced situations.
• Hold a genuine passion for supporting young people's educational journey.
• Exhibit a professional and proactive approach to all responsibilities.
• Have prior experience working with secondary-aged students, ideally in an educational capacity.

Why Join
Joining this school as a Cover Supervisor offers an unparalleled chance to make a tangible impact on student learning and development every day. You will become an integral part of a supportive community that values your contribution and offers excellent professional growth opportunities, regardless of your desired contract length. This is more than just a role; it's an opportunity to shape young minds within an engaging and rewarding environment.

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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