Cover Supervisor - Secondary Schools - Hanley, Staffordshire
£90-£130 per day (DOE)
To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below.
Full-time / Part-time | Immediate & Ongoing Roles
Simply Education is recruiting confident, adaptable Cover Supervisors to work across a variety of welcoming and supportive secondary schools in Hanley and the wider Stoke-on-Trent area. We can offer daily supply, short-term cover, and long-term roles, depending on your availability and preferences.
This role is ideal for individuals with experience working with young people who feel confident managing a classroom and delivering pre-prepared lessons across a range of subjects.
Location & School Information
* Secondary schools in Hanley, Staffordshire
* Supportive staff teams and established cover routines
* Mix of low-level disruption and more challenging behaviour schools
* Mixed KS3-KS4 groups
* Roles available due to staff absences, school growth and internal progression
* Schools vary in Ofsted rating, size and culture
Start Date & Contract Details
* Immediate starts available
* April and September roles also available
* Daily supply, short-term and long-term opportunities
* Temp-to-perm options for strong candidates
* Full-time and part-time working patterns considered
Hours & Working Pattern
* Monday to Friday
* Typical school hours: 8:15am-3:30pm
* Part-time / flexible working also available
Salary & Pay
* £90-£130 per day
* PAYE available
* Pay reflects experience and responsibility levels
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver pre-planned lessons to classes in the teacher's absence
* Maintain behaviour and follow school policies
* Support pupils with their learning where appropriate
* Supervise whole classes across a range of subjects
* Manage transitions and settle classes quickly
* Keep pupils on task throughout lessons
* Provide feedback to staff following cover sessions
* Uphold safeguarding at all times
Requirements
* Experience working with young people (schools, coaching, youth work, sports, etc.)
* Strong behaviour management and confidence in the classroom
* Ability to deliver prepared work effectively
* Resilient, flexible and reliable approach
* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
* A degree or previous school experience is advantageous but not essential
What Simply Education Offers
* CPD including Safeguarding, Behaviour Management & Cover Supervisor training
* Access to the GPS portal
* Dedicated support from Josh, Branch Manager
* Career development and progression opportunities
* Strong partnerships with secondary schools across Hanley and Staffordshire
* Roles matched to your experience and availability
Benefits
* Competitive daily pay
* FREE CPD and ongoing development
* Flexible working to suit your lifestyle
* Temp-to-perm pathways
* Ongoing 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 check, provide two professional references from the last two years, and complete a full application in line with safeguarding requirements.