Cover Supervisor – Barking and Dagenham – Daily Supply
Location: Barking, London
Type: Full time or part time
Working Hours: 08:30 am – 16:00 pm.
Salary: £85.44 – £100 per day
At Engage we’re working with schools in Barking to recruit daily Cover Supervisors who can support on a supply basis to cover planned and unplanned sickness. You can set your own availability each week, so we welcome applications from those available part time or full time.
About the role
You will be covering lessons across the school to either relieve classroom teachers for PPA time or general sickness.
- We do not require applicants to have experience as a cover supervisor, but they must have a degree
- Must have some experience with young people – open to supporting workers, youth workers, tutors or teaching assistants.
- Behaviour can be challenging at times as a supply, so you must be personable and able to adapt to different situations
Your Role as a Cover Supervisor
As a Cover Supervisor, you’ll be supervising pupils carrying out pre-planned work when teaching staff are off work for a certain period (for example, sickness or paternity leave). The main job of a Cover Supervisor is to manage a classroom and behaviour while ensuring that pupils complete the work which has been set.
- Supervising the students and ensuring they complete set tasks
- Managing behaviour
- Assisting pupils when they have questions
- Following the school’s behaviour and safeguarding policies
- Collecting the completed work and handing it to the Head of the Department
- Providing feedback on the lesson and pupils
What Makes a Great Cover Supervisor?
Successful Cover Supervisors bring a combination of enthusiasm, presence, and adaptability to their role. Key attributes include:
- Adaptability and flexibility: The ability to quickly adjust to new classrooms, subjects, and teaching styles is crucial.
- Classroom management: Excellent skills in managing student behaviour and maintaining discipline to ensure a positive learning environment.
- Communication: The ability to convey instructions clearly, engage students, and communicate effectively with other staff.
- Patience and empathy: A compassionate nature to build rapport with students and support their needs, even when they are challenging.
- Professionalism and confidence: A calm, assertive, and professional presence to guide the class and handle any unexpected situations.
- Organisation and reliability: Being punctual and organised to manage tasks, keep lessons on track, and ensure a smooth transition between activities.
About us
We are Engage Education, the most trusted education recruitment agency, with professional development and support at our core.
- Get paid in line with national scales (AWR compliant)
- Free CPD sessions
- Your own dedicated consultant
- Receive a £50 Amazon voucher when you refer friends!
- Wellbeing support, travel discounts, and retail offers from our partners
How to apply
All applicants require the appropriate qualifications. All applicants must have a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting work. By applying for this role, you are consenting to Engage Education Ltd storing your details in our fully encrypted database, in line with the GDPR requirements.
Unqualified Supply Teacher employer: Engage Partners Limited
Engage Partners Limited is an excellent employer for those looking to kickstart their career in education, particularly as a Primary Teaching Assistant Apprentice in Dartford. With a strong focus on employee growth, the company offers a fully funded Level 3 Apprenticeship, comprehensive training, and mentoring, all within a supportive work culture that values learning and development. This role not only allows you to earn while you learn but also provides a meaningful opportunity to make a difference in children's lives.
