Cover Supervisors - Secondary Schools (Daily Supply)
Location: Redbridge, East London
Start Date: ASAP / November 2026
Contract: Flexible Daily Supply - Full-time or Part-time
Salary: Competitive daily rates, depending on experience
Are you a confident, enthusiastic and adaptable Cover Supervisor looking for flexible work in secondary schools?
We are working with a number of secondary schools across Waltham Forest that are looking for reliable, confident and experienced Cover Supervisors to provide daily supply cover.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy working with young people, have strong classroom management skills and are looking for flexible work that fits around their availability.
Whether you are looking for full-time daily supply, a few days per week or occasional bookings, we would love to hear from you!
The successful candidates will supervise classes across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering pre-planned lessons in the absence of the regular class teacher and ensuring students remain engaged and focused on their learning.
The Role
Supervising classes across Key Stages 3 and 4 in the absence of the regular teacher
Delivering pre-prepared lesson plans and ensuring students complete the work set
Managing classroom behaviour effectively and maintaining a positive learning environment
Supporting students with their learning and answering general questions
Encouraging students to remain focused, engaged and motivated
Following school policies and procedures, including safeguarding and behaviour management
Providing feedback to teaching staff following lessons
Working across a variety of subjects and year groups
Building positive relationships with students and school staff
Adapting confidently to different school environments and classroom settingsThe Ideal Candidate
Previous experience working with young people, ideally within a secondary school
Experience as a Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor or in a similar school-based role would be advantageous
Confident managing groups of secondary-aged students
Strong classroom management and communication skills
Calm, resilient and able to manage challenging behaviour
Flexible, reliable and adaptable to different school environments
Able to follow lesson plans and school procedures effectively
A positive and proactive approach to supporting young people
Passionate about education and helping st...
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