Cover supervisors

Job Description

Cover Supervisor - Supply Opportunities Across Wakefield

Tradewind Recruitment

Are you looking to gain valuable experience in secondary schools? Do you have strong classroom management skills and the confidence to lead a class? Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking enthusiastic and reliable Cover Supervisors to work on a flexible supply basis in a range of secondary schools across Wakefield.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a key role in maintaining continuity of learning during teacher absences. You will supervise pre-planned lessons, manage classroom behaviour, and ensure students remain engaged with the work provided.

The Role:

• Deliver pre-set lesson plans across a variety of subjects.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
• Support students in completing assigned work.
• Ensure a positive and productive learning environment.
• Work on a flexible basis to suit your availability.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience working with young people in an educational, coaching, mentoring, or youth work setting.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• Confidence leading groups of students aged 11-16.
• A proactive and adaptable approach.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

What Tradewind Offers:

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Flexible work to fit around your schedule.
• Access to a wide network of secondary schools across Wakefield.
• Ongoing professional development and free training opportunities.
• Dedicated support from your local Tradewind consultant.
• Opportunities to gain valuable classroom experience and progress into teaching or other education-based careers.

Whether you're an experienced Cover Supervisor or looking to take your first step into education, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and join Tradewind Recruitment to access rewarding supply opportunities in secondary schools throughout Wakefield.

For more information please contact Ben Pearne on or email