Cover Supervisor - Secondary Schools - Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire
£90-£130 per day (DOE)
The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.
Full-time / Part-time | Immediate & Ongoing Roles
Simply Education is recruiting confident and adaptable Cover Supervisors to support a range of welcoming and supportive secondary schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme and the surrounding Staffordshire area. We offer daily supply, short-term cover, and long-term placements, depending on your experience and availability.
This role is perfect for individuals with experience working with young people who are confident managing classrooms and delivering pre-planned lessons across multiple subjects.
Location & School Information
* Secondary schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme and nearby areas
* Supportive staff teams and established cover procedures
* Mix of low-level disruption and more challenging behaviour schools
* KS3-KS4 mixed groups
* Opportunities due to staff absence, internal progression and increased school demand
* Partner schools vary in size, culture and Ofsted rating
Start Date & Contract Details
* Immediate roles available
* April and September starts also offered
* Daily supply, short-term and long-term roles
* Temp-to-perm opportunities for strong candidates
* Full-time and part-time hours considered
Hours & Working Pattern
* Monday to Friday
* Typical day: 8:15am-3:30pm
* Part-time / flexible working available
Salary & Pay
* £90-£130 per day
* PAYE available
* Pay dependent on experience and responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver pre-prepared lessons to classes when teachers are absent
* Maintain behaviour and classroom routines
* Keep pupils on task and support learning when appropriate
* Supervise whole classes across a range of subjects
* Manage class transitions and settle groups efficiently
* Provide feedback to relevant staff after lessons
* Follow safeguarding procedures at all times
Requirements
* Experience working with young people (schools, sports coaching, youth work, etc.)
* Strong behaviour management and confidence leading a classroom
* Ability to deliver prepared work effectively
* Flexible, reliable and resilient approach
* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
* A degree or previous school experience is beneficial but not essential
What Simply Education Offers
* CPD including Behaviour Management, Safeguarding & Cover Supervisor training
* Access to the GPS portal
* Dedicated support from Josh, Branch Manager
* Strong partnerships with secondary schools across Newcastle-under-Lyme
* Opportunities tailored to your schedule and experience
Benefits
* Competitive daily pay
* FREE CPD and training
* Flexible working to support your lifestyle
* Temp-to-perm opportunities
* Continued pastoral and professional support
Refer a Friend Scheme
* Supply Work: Friend completes 10 full days ? You get £125 Amazon voucher | They get £75
* Permanent Roles: Friend completes a 12-week term ? You get £250 Amazon voucher
How to Apply
To apply for this Cover Supervisor position, please submit your CV via this advert. xsngvjr
For more information, contact Josh at Simply Education:
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Please note: All applicants must hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS, provide two professional references from the past two years, and complete a full safeguarding-compliant application.