Cover Supervisor – Secondary Schools (Plymouth)
Location: Plymouth & surrounding areas
Start Date: September 2025
Hours: Full-time or part-time, Monday–Friday (8:30am – 3:30pm)
Pay: £100 - £110 per day (depending on experience)
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About the Role
Teaching Personnel are working closely with secondary schools across Plymouth to recruit enthusiastic and reliable Cover Supervisors for the new academic year.
As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a vital role in maintaining continuity of learning during teacher absences. You will supervise classes, deliver pre-set work, and ensure a positive and productive learning environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for graduates considering a career in teaching, experienced support staff looking for the next step, or anyone with strong behaviour management and communication skills who enjoys working with young people.
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Key Responsibilities
* Deliver pre-prepared lessons to classes across KS3 and KS4 in a range of subjects
* Manage classroom behaviour effectively, ensuring a calm and focused environment
* Support students in completing their work, answering questions where appropriate
* Follow school policies on safeguarding, behaviour, and attendance
* Report back to teachers on progress and behaviour of pupils
* Step into different subject areas and adapt to different school environments with confidence
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What We’re Looking For
* Strong communication and classroom management skills
* Ability to engage and motivate young people
* Confidence in leading groups of students, even outside of your subject expertise
* Flexibility to work across different schools and year groups
* Previous experience in education, youth work, or coaching desirable but not essential
* Degree-level qualification or relevant experience (ideal but not required)
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What’s in it for You?
* Flexible working across secondary schools in Plymouth
* Opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience before pursuing teacher training
* Ongoing CPD opportunities through Teaching Personnel, including behaviour management and safeguarding training
* Competitive daily pay with weekly pay schedule
* Supportive local consultant to help you find the right schools and roles
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Interested?
If you’re enthusiastic, adaptable, and ready to make a difference as a Cover Supervisor in Plymouth, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to secure your role for September!
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.
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