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Cover supervisor
Job Posted: 4 days ago
Salary: £ 100 - 120 / Day
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Harrow
Expire in: 24 days
Job Description
Are you confident, organised, and passionate about supporting young people?
Are you looking for a stepping stone into teaching or a rewarding role in education?
A vibrant and well-run secondary school in Harrow is seeking a reliable and motivated Cover Supervisor to join their team from September. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity ideal for graduates, aspiring teachers, or experienced support staff looking for a new challenge.
This school offers excellent support and clear behaviour systems, making it a fantastic environment to develop classroom management skills and gain valuable experience in the secondary setting.
The Role:
As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a vital role in maintaining continuity of learning when teachers are absent.
Your responsibilities will include:
Supervising students in the absence of the class teacher
Delivering pre-set lessons and ensuring students remain on task
Managing classroom behaviour and following the school’s behaviour policy
Collecting and returning completed work to the appropriate departments
Reporting any issues or incidents to senior staff
Promoting a calm and focused learning environment
You will not be required to plan, mark or assess work, but you must be able to maintain control of the class, encourage positive participation and ensure learning continues.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
✅ Experience working with secondary-aged students (e.g., in a school, tuition, youth work or mentoring capacity)
✅ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
✅ Strong presence and confident classroom management
✅ The ability to follow instructions and work independently
✅ A calm, adaptable and professional attitude
✅ A degree or relevant Level 3 qualification – desirable but not essential
Why This School?
Supportive and well-structured environment
Great opportunity for graduates or aspiring teachers
Inclusive and diverse school community
Strong leadership with clear expectations and behaviour systems
Easily accessible via Harrow transport links (Tube and Overground)
Whether you’re an experienced Cover Supervisor or just starting your journey in education, this school provides the ideal platform to gain valuable school-based experience and make a genuine impact.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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