Position: Cover Supervisor
Location: Waltham Forest
Start Date: September 2025
Smart Teachers are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and confident Cover Supervisor a vibrant and inclusive secondary school in East London. This is a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring teacher or experienced classroom practitioner to support high-quality learning across the curriculum.
About the role:
Supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of teachers
Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials and maintain a positive learning environment
Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies
Support pupils in completing their learning tasks and activities
Provide feedback to the relevant teacher on pupil progress and behaviour
About you:
Strong classroom presence with excellent communication skills
Experience working with young people in a school or youth work setting (desirable)
Flexible, proactive, and able to adapt to different subject areas
Confident in managing behaviour and promoting a positive learning atmosphere
GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths – A Levels or degree desirable
Why join Smart Teachers?
Competitive pay rates
FREE CPD and training opportunities
Supportive consultant team specialising in secondary education
Access to a wide range of roles in schools across East London
About Us:
We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your CV via this post or contact Smart Teachers directly at daniel.uwaifo@(url removed)
Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All post holders are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references