At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise classes, keep pupils engaged, and ensure lessons run smoothly.
- Company: Join Tradewind Recruitment, a top-rated employer in education.
- Benefits: Excellent pay, access to free CPD courses, and dedicated support.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for career growth in education.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' learning while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience with young people; teaching qualifications not necessary.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Tradewind Recruitment are looking for a confident and engaging Cover Supervisor to join a secondary school in Grays, helping keep lessons moving, pupils focused and the school day running smoothly.
Your role is to provide the structure, confidence and consistency that allows pupils to get on with their work. Every day will be different. One lesson might be English, the next could be Science, then Maths, History or PE. Different classrooms, different pupils, different challenges - but the same goal: keep learning on track.
What will your day look like?
- Supervising classes when their usual teacher is unavailable
- Helping pupils understand the work they’ve been given
- Creating an environment where pupils can get on with their work
- Taking responsibility for classes across different subjects and year groups
- Delivering pre-prepared lessons and ensuring pupils remain engaged
- Setting clear expectations and maintaining a calm classroom
- Managing behaviour confidently, fairly and consistently
- Supporting pupils with their work where appropriate
- Encouraging pupils to work independently and stay focused
- Liaising with teaching staff and passing on relevant feedback
- Becoming a familiar and positive presence around the school
Who are we looking for?
You don’t necessarily need to be a qualified teacher. You might be an experienced Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, LSA or Learning Mentor. You could have experience working with young people outside education. Or perhaps you’re considering teaching and want to experience life in a secondary school before taking your next step.
What matters is that you can:
- Walk into a classroom with confidence
- Build positive relationships with teenagers
- Give clear instructions and maintain expectations
- Stay calm when things don’t go to plan
- Manage behaviour without losing your sense of humour
- Adapt quickly and think on your feet
- Bring energy, enthusiasm and professionalism to the school day
Why Tradewind?
At Tradewind, we believe great people deserve great support. When you join us, you’ll have a dedicated recruitment consultant who gets to know you, understands what you’re looking for and is there to support you throughout your placement.
You’ll also get:
- Excellent rates of pay
- Access to 2,500+ free CPD courses through the National College
- The REC Audited Education Gold Standard
- A wide range of long-term, permanent and daily supply opportunities
- A dedicated compliance team to make the registration process as straightforward as possible
- The backing of a company recognised as a Sunday Times Top 100 Employer
We’re committed to putting our candidates and employees first and giving you the support, opportunities and development you need to enjoy your career in education.
Ready to take control of the classroom? If you’re a confident, adaptable and engaging Cover Supervisor looking for a full-time opportunity in Grays, apply today. Your classroom is waiting.
Cover Supervisor in Grays employer: Tradewind Recruitment
Tradewind Recruitment is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture in Preston that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With competitive salaries, immediate commission opportunities, and generous holiday allowances, we ensure our team members thrive both personally and professionally. Our comprehensive Impact Academy training programme equips you with the skills to excel in recruitment, while ongoing support from experienced mentors fosters a collaborative environment where you can achieve your career aspirations.
