Job Description
Are you confident, flexible, and enjoy working with young people? New Directions Education is currently recruiting Cover Supervisors to work in secondary schools across Leeds.
This is a great opportunity if you’re looking for flexible, rewarding work in education, whether you have classroom experience already or are keen to gain it.
About the role:
As a Cover Supervisor, you’ll step into the classroom to supervise lessons when teachers are absent. You don’t need to plan lessons – you’ll deliver pre‑prepared work, keep students on task, and help create a positive learning environment.
Your day will typically involve:
-Supervising lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
-Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining a calm, respectful environment
-Supporting students to stay engaged and focused on their work
-Following school policies and working alongside teaching staff
-Building positive relationships with pupils and staff
We’re looking for people who are:
-Confident and comfortable leading a classroom
-Calm, patient, and professional
-Adaptable and reliable
-Interested in working with young people
-Previous school experience
Safeguarding:
All roles are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.
Apply today to start your journey as a Cover Supervisor with New Directions Education and make a real difference in Leeds schools.
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
1. A dedicated and expert Account Manager
2. Regular and varied supply work
3. Competitive rates of pay
4. Potential long-term teaching roles
5. Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
6. A network of branches across the UK
7. Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
8. Recommend-a-friend scheme
9. Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS check.
Please select Apply Now to enquire about this job vacancy with New Directions Education Ltd, Leeds branch.
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.