Role: Cover Supervisor
Location: West London
Pay Rate: £100 – £130 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term / Daily Supply
Start Date: Immediate / As soon as possible
About the Role
A vibrant and supportive secondary school located in West London is seeking a confident, adaptable, and energetic Cover Supervisor to join their team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced cover supervisor, a youth worker, or a high-achieving graduate looking to gain valuable classroom experience ahead of pursuing a career in teaching (PGCE / School Direct).
As a Cover Supervisor, you will oversee pre-set lessons during teacher absences, ensuring students stay on task, engaged, and working in a safe and supportive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities:
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Supervise classes across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 during planned or emergency teacher absences.
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Deliver pre-prepared work and learning materials left by subject teachers.
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Maintain a positive, structured classroom environment and manage student behavior in line with school policies.
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Collect completed work at the end of each lesson and pass relevant feedback to department heads.
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Support pupils with questions and encourage positive engagement in learning.
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Perform registration and administrative duties as required.
Candidate Requirements:
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Experience: Prior experience working with young people aged 11–16 (e.g., Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, Youth Worker, Sports Coach, or Tutor).
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Skills: Strong classroom presence, excellent communication, and confident behavior management skills.
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Education: A university degree is advantageous, though relevant experience is equally valued.
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Safeguarding: Must hold a valid enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to process a new one through Wayman Education.
What the School & Wayman Education Offer:
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Competitive Daily Rates: £100 – £130 per day paid weekly via PAYE.
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Prime Location: Situated in West London with excellent Underground, Overground, and Bus transport links.
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Professional Development: Gain invaluable, hands‑on secondary school experience with a supportive SLT and staff body.
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Dedicated Agency Support: Full guidance from a dedicated recruitment consultant throughout your placement.
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