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Hays Education works in close partnership with a large number of secondary schools across London, supporting them with high-quality staff to ensure continuity of learning. Due to increased demand, we are recruiting confident and committed Cover Supervisors to work in a variety of secondary settings.

Your new role

• Supervising full classes during teacher absences across a range of subjects
• Delivering pre-prepared lesson materials and ensuring students stay on task
• Managing classroom behaviour in line with school behaviour policies
• Supporting students to complete work independently
• Building positive relationships with students aged 11–16 (and up to 18 in some settings)
• Providing feedback to teaching staff regarding student engagement and behaviour

What you'll need to succeed

• Have experience working with young people aged 11–16 (school, coaching, tutoring, youth work, etc.)
• Be confident leading a classroom and managing behaviour effectively
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and a calm, authoritative presence
• Be flexible and adaptable to different subjects and school settings
• Hold (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS check

What you'll get in return

• Competitive daily rates of pay
• Flexible work across a range of secondary schools in London
• Opportunities for long-term placements and career progression
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Hays Education consultant
• Access to CPD opportunities to support your development into teaching
• A valuable pathway into teacher training or permanent school roles

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.