Job Title: Cover Supervisor
Location: Bexley, London
Start Date: After October Half Term (w/c 3rd November 2025)
Contract Type: Full-Time / Term-Time Only
Salary: Competitive, based on experience (Outer London Pay Scale)
Are you confident, adaptable, and passionate about working with young people?
An excellent secondary school in Bexley is seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join their dedicated team immediately after the October half term.
About the Role
As a Cover Supervisor, you will be responsible for delivering pre-set lessons to classes in the absence of the regular classroom teacher. This is a key role in maintaining continuity of education and ensuring a positive learning environment across all subject areas.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise whole classes during short-term teacher absences
Ensure students remain on task and engage with the lesson material
Manage classroom behaviour in line with the school's policies
Report back to relevant teaching staff on student progress and conduct
Provide support to departments when not covering lessons
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:
Has experience working with young people, ideally in a school setting
Is confident managing behaviour in a classroom environment
Possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills
Is flexible, calm under pressure, and proactive
Has a genuine interest in education and supporting student development
This role would be ideal for:
Graduates considering a career in teaching
Experienced Cover Supervisors
Teaching Assistants ready for the next step
What We Offer
A welcoming and supportive school community
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Valuable classroom experience for those considering teacher training
Free on-site parking and good transport links
To Apply:
Please submit your CV or send directly to (url removed)
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community