We’re looking for an enthusiastic and adaptable Cover Supervisor to join a supportive and high-performing school team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, works well under pressure, and is confident supporting young people across a range of subjects and age groups.
You’ll play a vital role in maintaining continuity of learning when teachers are absent, helping pupils stay focused, engaged, and safe, while upholding the high expectations and positive culture of the school.
This role would suit someone who is highly organised, flexible, resilient, and confident managing a classroom, even when plans change at short notice.
About the role
As a Cover Supervisor, you will:
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Supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff.
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Deliver pre-set lesson plans, ensuring pupils understand tasks and expectations.
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Maintain positive behaviour and a calm, purposeful learning environment.
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Ensure resources required for lessons are available and used effectively.
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Respond to pupils’ questions around instructions and school procedures.
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Collect completed work and return it to the relevant teacher.
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Deal with immediate issues or emergencies in line with school policies.
About you
We’re looking for someone who:
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Is confident working with young people across a range of abilities.
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Can adapt quickly and remain calm in a busy school environment.
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Has strong communication and classroom management skills.
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Is committed to inclusion, wellbeing, and high standards for all pupils.
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Works well as part of a team and contributes positively to school life.
Applicants from all backgrounds are warmly encouraged to apply.
What’s on offer
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A supportive and collaborative working environment.
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A strong focus on professional development and learning.
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Opportunities to work smartly, supporting a healthy work–life balance.
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Access to a generous pension scheme.
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On-site parking and cycle to work scheme.
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Staff wellbeing initiatives, including access to on-site fitness facilities.
Hours and salary
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Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30–15:30, with a 30-minute lunch break
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Working pattern: Term time only
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Salary: From £100 a day
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Part-time or job share options may be considered for the right candidate.
Application process
Applicants should complete an application form and submit a supporting letter outlining their experience and suitability for the role.
Safeguarding
The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, online screening, qualification verification, medical clearance, and the right to work in the UK.
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.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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