We are working with a welcoming secondary school in North Tyneside to recruit a Cover Supervisor to provide classroom supervision across KS3 and KS4. This role is ideal for someone confident leading a classroom and supporting behaviour while delivering pre-set work in the absence of teaching staff.
The school has clear behaviour systems in place and a supportive leadership team, making this a strong environment for both experienced cover supervisors and those looking to gain classroom experience.
North Tyneside | Well-connected suburban location
£110 – £140 per day | PAYE | Depending on experience
About the role
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Supervise whole classes during teacher absence
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Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials and ensure pupils remain on task
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Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies
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Support pupils with questions and engagement during lessons
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Liaise with teaching and pastoral staff as needed
About the school
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11–16 secondary school with a strong community focus
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Calm, structured learning environment
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Clear behaviour expectations and consistent routines
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Supportive pastoral and senior leadership teams
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Easily accessible via public transport, including nearby Metro and bus routes
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Suitable for candidates commuting from Newcastle, North Tyneside, or Northumberland
The ideal candidate
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Experience working with young people in education, youth work, or similar settings
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Confident classroom presence and behaviour management skills
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Professional, reliable, and adaptable
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Strong communication skills
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Open to day-to-day or long-term cover opportunities
Why work with Protocol Education
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PAYE only – no umbrella companies
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Competitive daily rates paid weekly
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Access to classroom management and safeguarding CPD
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Dedicated local consultant support
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Long-term and permanent opportunities available
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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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