Job type
TemporaryLocation
LondonWorking Pattern
Part-time,Specialism
Supply TeachingIndustry
Education & TrainingPay
Competitive Day Rate
Cover Supervisor | Secondary School Job | London | HAYS Education
Your new company
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
As a Cover Supervisor in a secondary school, you will be responsible for supervising classes across Key Stages 3 and 4 in the absence of a teacher.
This role is ideal for graduates, aspiring teachers, or individuals with experience working with teenagers who are looking to gain hands-on classroom experience.
Your duties will include:
- 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
To be successful in this role within a secondary environment, you will:
- 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
A degree or school-based experience is highly advantageous, particularly for those considering a future in teaching.
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.
