Cover Supervisor – Permanent

Bradford
Competitive salary (depending on experience and qualifications)
Full-time | Permanent
Start Date: September 2026 (or sooner for the right person)

Ready to take the lead in the classroom?

If you're confident, adaptable, and passionate about working with young people, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

We're partnering with a fantastic secondary school in Bradford that's looking for an enthusiastic and committed Cover Supervisor to become a valued member of their team.

Whether you're an experienced Cover Supervisor, an aspiring teacher, a graduate, or someone with experience in coaching, youth work, or mentoring, this role offers an excellent opportunity to gain invaluable classroom experience while making a real difference to students every day.

This isn't just another Cover Supervisor role. It's an opportunity to join a school where staff genuinely support one another, students are encouraged to succeed, and every member of the team plays an important role in creating a positive learning environment.

Why you'll love working here

✅ Supportive and approachable leadership team
✅ Friendly, collaborative staff who work together
✅ Strong behaviour systems that allow you to focus on learning
✅ Fantastic CPD and career progression opportunities
✅ Excellent experience for aspiring teachers and graduates
✅ A welcoming school community where your contribution is genuinely valued

The role

No two days are the same!

As the school's Cover Supervisor, you'll be responsible for maintaining continuity of learning when teachers are absent, ensuring students remain engaged, motivated, and on task.

You'll be:

• Supervising lessons across KS3 and KS4 using pre-planned lesson materials
• Managing classroom behaviour confidently and maintaining a positive learning environment
• Supporting students to complete their work and achieve their full potential
• Building positive relationships with students and staff across the school
• Promoting high expectations for behaviour, effort, and achievement
• Becoming a trusted and valued member of the wider school team

We're looking for someone who:

✔ Has experience working with young people in education, coaching, youth work, mentoring, care, tutoring, or similar settings
✔ Is confident leading a classroom independently
✔ Has excellent behaviour management and communication skills
✔ Is calm, adaptable, and able to think on their feet
✔ Builds positive relationships quickly and inspires confidence in young people
✔ Has a genuine passion for education and supporting students to succeed

Graduates and aspiring teachers are strongly encouraged to apply.

Why choose Protocol Education?

As well as helping you find a fantastic permanent role, we'll continue to support your professional development.

✨ FREE Thrive Training available
✨ Ongoing CPD opportunities
✨ Dedicated consultant support throughout your journey
✨ Access to exciting opportunities across some of Bradford's best schools

Ready for your next challenge?

If you're looking to gain valuable classroom experience, build your confidence, and make a real impact in the lives of young people, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch for a friendly, informal chat. Your next opportunity in Bradford could be just one conversation away.

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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