About the RoleHays Education is working in partnership with a number of secondary schools across Wigan and the surrounding areas to recruit Cover Supervisors. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain valuable classroom experience and take their first steps into a career in education.As a Cover Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising classes in the absence of the regular teacher, ensuring students remain on task and engaged with pre-set work. This role is ideal for those who are confident, organised, and passionate about working with young people.
Who is this role ideal for?
1. Graduates considering a career in teaching
2. Early Career Teachers (ECTs) looking to gain classroom experience before the new academic year
3. Individuals with experience in:
4. Youth work
5. Coaching or mentoring
6. Support roles within schools or similar environments
Key Responsibilities
7. Deliver pre-planned lessons across a range of subjects
8. Manage classroom behaviour effectively
9. Support students inpleting set work
10. Ensure a safe and positive learning environment
11. Provide feedback to teaching staff following the lesson
Requirements
12. Minimum 2 years’ experience working with young people (education, youth work, coaching, or similar)
13. Strongmunication and behaviour management skills
14. Confidence-leading groups of students aged 11–16
15. A genuine interest in education and supporting student development
16. Right to work in the UK
17. Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
Why work with Hays Education?Working with Hays offers you more than just a job — it’s a pathway into education:
18. Dedicated consultant with local market expertise
19. Access to a wide network of secondary schools across Wigan
20. Flexible working to suit your availability
21. Free professional development and training opportunities
22. Ongoing support to help you transition into teaching or long-term roles
23. Opportunity to secure permanent school positions
Apply TodayIf you’re ready to gain hands-on classroom experience and make a real difference in local schools, we’d love to hear from you.Apply now with your CV or contact Hays Education to find out more. #4802126 - Claudia Ellison