We’re working with a range of welcoming secondary schools across Telford who are looking for confident, adaptable Cover Supervisors to step in and keep learning on track when teachers are away. This is a great opportunity if you enjoy variety, like working with young people, and want to make a real impact—without the extra pressure of planning or marking. You’ll be the steady hand in the classroom, delivering pre-set lessons, managing behaviour and making sure the day runs smoothly. No prep, no late nights—just purposeful work and the satisfaction of knowing you made a difference. Your role at a glance: Supervising classes across KS3 and KS4 when teachers are absent Managing classroom behaviour with calm confidence Supporting students to stay engaged—including those with additional needs Building positive relationships with pupils and staff Delivering the teacher’s set lesson plan (no marking required) We’re looking for someone with: The right to work in the UK (British Passport or BRP Share Code) An Overseas Police Check (if applicable) Experience working with young people or in schools A strong presence in the classroom and a steady, positive approach Flexibility, confidence, and a sense of humour Bonus points if you have: Any relevant education or youth work qualifications Thrive training—if not, we’ll help you get this for free. Schools love it, and it boosts your profile. What you’ll get from us: Weekly PAYE pay—no umbrella companies, no hidden deductions Free CPD to build your confidence and skillset Friendly, one-to-one support from your local Protocol consultant Bookings across a network of supportive Telford schools The option to explore long-term roles or routes into teacher training You’ll need to be able to travel to schools across the Telford area—by car or reliable public transport. Don’t worry about resources; everything’s provided and aligned with the National Curriculum. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.