Cover Supervisor
Posted 16/04/26About the Role:
An outstanding secondary school in Birmingham is seeking a reliable and adaptable Cover Supervisor to manage classes during teacher absences. This role offers the potential to become a permanent position for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities:
• Supervise classes across a range of subjects, delivering pre-set work and maintaining high standards of behaviour.
• Ensure a productive and orderly learning environment in the absence of the regular class teacher.
• Support students with their learning, answering questions and keeping them focused on tasks.
• Take registers and follow school policies and procedures consistently.
• Liaise with department staff to ensure continuity of learning.
• Contribute to the wider school community through duties and extracurricular support where appropriate.
About You:
• Previous experience working in a secondary school environment is highly desirable.
• Excellent behaviour management skills and the confidence to lead a classroom.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A flexible and resilient approach — no two days are the same.
• A degree-level qualification is preferred but not essential.
• A genuine interest in education and supporting young people.
Why Join:
This is a brilliant opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience in a well-regarded secondary school. With the potential for permanency, this role is ideal for aspiring teachers, career changers, or experienced cover supervisors looking for a stable and rewarding position.
An outstanding secondary school in Birmingham is seeking a reliable and adaptable Cover Supervisor to manage classes during teacher absences. This role offers the potential to become a permanent position for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities:
• Supervise classes across a range of subjects, delivering pre-set work and maintaining high standards of behaviour.
• Ensure a productive and orderly learning environment in the absence of the regular class teacher.
• Support students with their learning, answering questions and keeping them focused on tasks.
• Take registers and follow school policies and procedures consistently.
• Liaise with department staff to ensure continuity of learning.
• Contribute to the wider school community through duties and extracurricular support where appropriate.
About You:
• Previous experience working in a secondary school environment is highly desirable.
• Excellent behaviour management skills and the confidence to lead a classroom.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A flexible and resilient approach — no two days are the same.
• A degree-level qualification is preferred but not essential.
• A genuine interest in education and supporting young people.
Why Join:
This is a brilliant opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience in a well-regarded secondary school. With the potential for permanency, this role is ideal for aspiring teachers, career changers, or experienced cover supervisors looking for a stable and rewarding position.
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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