Job Description
Cover Supervisor
Location: Cambridge, UK
Contract: Part-Time / Full-Time (Supply)
Employer: Simply Education
Simply Education is recruiting a confident, reliable, and adaptable Cover Supervisor to work on a supply basis in secondary schools across Cambridge. This role is ideal for individuals with experience working with young people who are seeking to gain or build on classroom experience within secondary education.
The Role
As a Cover Supervisor, you will:
Supervise classes during short-term teacher absences
Deliver pre-set lesson plans and follow school instructions
Maintain positive behaviour in line with school policies
Ensure students remain on task and engaged in their learning
Provide feedback to teaching staff on lesson outcomes
Support the school's wider pastoral and academic objectives
Qualifications & Experience Required
A minimum Level 3 qualification (e.g. A-Levels, BTEC, CACHE, NVQ or equivalent); a degree is desirable
Previous experience working with young people (school-based experience preferred)
Experience in a secondary school environment is highly desirable
Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and confidently manage a classroom
A flexible, professional, and proactive approach
Safeguarding & Compliance
Enhanced DBS check (registered on the Update Service or willingness to apply)
Right to work in the UK
Ability to meet Simply Education's safeguarding and recruitment standards
Safeguarding Statement
Simply Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
All applicants will be subject to thorough safeguarding checks, including enhanced DBS checks, reference checks, and compliance with safer recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance.
Why Work with Simply Education?
Dedicated and experienced education consultant support
Competitive rates of pay
Opportunities across a range of secondary schools
Flexible work to suit your availability
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
If you are a confident Cover Supervisor looking for flexible work in Cambridge, apply today with Simply Education. We look forward to hearing from you