Cover Supervisor - Secondary Schools - Northampton
Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term / Potential for Permanent Placement
Salary: Competitive hourly/daily rates (depending on experience)
Are you looking for a rewarding role in education where you can gain valuable classroom experience without formal teaching qualifications?
Do you want to make a positive impact by supporting students and maintaining a calm, focused learning environment?
We are currently recruiting Cover Supervisors for several secondary schools in Northampton, joining their teams ASAP. These roles offer a fantastic opportunity to work within schools, supporting teachers during absences and ensuring continuity of learning.
Role Overview:
As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes when teachers are absent, ensuring students remain engaged with pre-prepared lesson plans and resources.
Key responsibilities include:
Supervising and managing student behaviour across KS3 and KS4
Delivering pre-prepared lesson content and ensuring students follow instructions
Supporting students with learning as needed, maintaining a positive classroom atmosphere
Reporting any issues, progress, or concerns to teaching staff promptly
Assisting with school routines, including break supervision and corridor duties
Being a reliable, consistent presence within the school community
Ideal Candidate:
Experience working with young people, preferably in schools or educational settings
Confident in classroom management, establishing authority calmly and respectfully
Able to follow lesson plans and provide clear instructions to students
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently and collaboratively
Flexible and adaptable to the varying demands of a school environment
Why Work With Us?
Long-term, stable work in Northampton secondary schools
Competitive pay with weekly payments
Opportunities for training and professional development, including safeguarding and behaviour management
Experience supporting a future career in teaching or education support roles
Friendly and supportive recruitment team dedicated to your success
If you're motivated, responsible, and eager to contribute to student learning and wellbeing, we want to hear from you!
Apply now to join Northampton's education community and make a real impact on students' school experience