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cover supervisor
Contract Type: Part Time, Temporary
Start Date: 01/09/2025
Location: Hertfordshire
Salary: £100 - £130
Hours of Work: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (Term Time Only)
About the Role
Are you looking for a flexible and rewarding role in education where no two days are the same? Teach Now is currently recruiting a part-time Cover Supervisor to work in a welcoming and ambitious secondary school located in Dacorum, Hertfordshire, starting this September 2025.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain hands-on classroom experience, whether you’re a graduate exploring a teaching career, a qualified teaching assistant ready for more responsibility, or a professional seeking a purposeful part-time role.
About the School
This forward-thinking secondary school is part of a well-regarded multi-academy trust and serves a diverse and engaged student population. The school prides itself on high expectations, a strong sense of community, and an emphasis on inclusion and personal development. Staff are supported by a nurturing leadership team and benefit from ongoing CPD, making it a great stepping stone into teacher training or further educational roles.
The Role
As a Cover Supervisor, you will:
• Supervise classes across Key Stages 3 to 5 in the absence of the regular teacher
• Ensure pupils remain focused and on task during lessons
• Deliver pre-planned lessons and manage behaviour in line with the school’s policy
• Report back to relevant staff on student progress or concerns
• Be flexible and confident across a variety of subjects and year groups
Ideal Candidates Will Have
• Previous experience with children or young people (e.g. coaching, mentoring, tutoring, youth work)
• A calm, confident presence in the classroom
• Excellent communication and behaviour management skills
• The ability to adapt quickly and follow instructions
• A positive, professional attitude and strong team spirit
This role offers fantastic exposure to secondary education and the chance to become a valued part of a collaborative and supportive school community.
Why Work via Teach Now?
Teach Now are a widely recognised education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:
• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance
• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders
Application Process
Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification.
If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education.
Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.
Safer Recruitment
Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance
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