KS3 Cover Supervisor – Sunderland If you enjoy working with young people and want a role that’s active, varied and genuinely rewarding, this KS3 Cover Supervisor position in Sunderland could be a great fit. The school is looking for someone confident, calm and adaptable who can support learning when teachers are unavailable. How you’ll support the school as a KS3 Cover Supervisor You’ll step into classrooms across the school day, delivering the work that’s already been set and keeping pupils motivated and on task. Your presence helps maintain routine, consistency and a positive learning environment. There’s no requirement to plan or mark, just a steady approach and the confidence to guide pupils through their lesson. Your impact in the classroom as a KS3 Cover Supervisor Helping pupils stay focused and engaged Managing behaviour in a calm, supportive way Communicating clearly with staff about the classes you’ve covered Building rapport with different year groups Keeping lessons running smoothly, even when plans change What you’ll need as a KS3 Cover Supervisor Confidence leading a classroom A friendly, approachable manner Strong communication skills The ability to adapt quickly to new subjects and age groups Experience with young people is helpful, but not essential What you’ll receive through Protocol Education Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella costs Free online CPD, including behaviour and SEND training A consultant who supports you throughout your placement Referral rewards A straightforward, supportive registration process Why we’re a good match Protocol Education works closely with secondary schools across Sunderland, helping them find people who bring enthusiasm, reliability and a genuine interest in supporting pupils. We keep things simple, friendly and honest, so your experience is smooth from the moment you apply. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.