Cover Supervisor

4697199
  • Job type

    Temporary
  • Location

    Wigan
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Secondary Teaching
  • Industry

    Education & Training
  • Pay

    Pay to Scale

Cover Supervisor – Wigan Area

Cover Supervisor – Wigan Area
Step into the classroom. Shape the future.

Your new company

Join a welcoming and forward-thinking secondary school in the Wigan area that prides itself on creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment. With a strong sense of community and a commitment to student success, this school offers a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking to make a real difference in education—whether you're an experienced educator or exploring a new career path.

Your new role

As a Cover Supervisor, you’ll play a key role in maintaining continuity of learning during teacher absences. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Delivering pre-prepared lessons across a range of subjects and year groups.
  • Managing classroom behaviour and ensuring a positive, focused learning environment.
  • Supporting students with their learning and encouraging engagement with the lesson content.
  • Liaising with teaching staff to ensure smooth handovers and effective lesson delivery.
  • Acting as a role model and promoting the school’s values and expectations.

What you'll need to succeed

This is a fantastic opportunity if you:

  • Have experience working with young people (in education, coaching, youth work, or similar).
  • You are confident in managing a classroom and maintaining a calm, respectful atmosphere.
  • You are adaptable, resilient, and ready to step into a variety of subjects and situations.
  • You are considering a career in teaching and want valuable classroom experience.
  • Hold a degree or relevant qualification (desirable but not essential).

What you'll get in return

  • A varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same.
  • Free access to high-quality Professional Development Training.
  • Competitive daily rate of pay.
  • Full holiday entitlement.
  • Company pension scheme and exclusive benefits.
  • Refer-a-friend scheme with rewards.
  • A supportive school environment and a stepping stone into a teaching career.

Ready to take the next step?

If you're excited about this opportunity, click 'apply now' to send your CV, or contact Damien Gardner at Hays Education (Preston) for more information.

If this role isn’t quite right for you, but you’re exploring new opportunities in education, we’d love to hear from you for a confidential chat about your career goals.

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Talk to Damien Gardner, the specialist consultant managing this position

Located in Preston, 6th Floor, Norwest Court, Guildhall StreetTelephone 01772201513
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