Looking to lead the classroom without the planning pressure? We’re recruiting confident and capable Cover Supervisors to support secondary schools across Shrewsbury.
In this role, you’ll step in when teachers are absent—keeping lessons on track, managing behaviour, and delivering set work with confidence. If you’re great with young people, can hold a room, and enjoy variety, this could be the perfect fit.
Your role at a glance:
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Supervising KS3 and KS4 classes in the absence of the regular teacher
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Managing behaviour calmly and effectively
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Supporting pupils with additional needs to stay engaged
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Building positive relationships with students and staff
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Delivering provided lesson plans—no marking or prep needed
We’re looking for someone with:
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Right to work in the UK (British Passport or BRP + Share Code)
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Overseas Police Check (if applicable)
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Experience working with young people or in schools
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Strong behaviour management and adaptability
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A positive, proactive mindset
Bonus points for:
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Any relevant qualifications or education-related training
What you get with Protocol Education:
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Weekly PAYE pay (no umbrella hassle)
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Free online CPD to build your skills
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Dedicated support from your local consultant
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Opportunities to work in a range of Shrewsbury schools
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Potential to progress into long-term roles or teaching pathways
You’ll need to be able to get around the Shrewsbury area, either by car or reliable public transport. All teaching materials are provided and lessons follow the National Curriculum.
Sound like your kind of role? Apply now and we’ll be in touch for a quick chat.
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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