Are you a confident and adaptable individual looking to gain experience in a school setting? We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join our team and support local secondary schools on an ongoing basis.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people and is looking for flexible work around other commitments—perfect for graduates, aspiring teachers, or experienced school staff.
About the Role
As a Cover Supervisor, you will:
Supervise classes during teacher absences, ensuring students remain on task and engaged with set work
Maintain a positive and focused classroom environment
Follow school behaviour policies and procedures to manage student conduct effectively
Provide brief feedback to teaching staff about student progress and behaviour during cover sessions
What We’re Looking For
A proactive and professional individual with strong communication and organisational skills
Confidence in managing classroom behaviour and leading a class independently
A flexible and dependable approach to working in a school environment
Previous experience in a similar role or working with young people is desirable
The ability to drive is desirable, but not essential.
If you’re passionate about education and looking for a flexible role where you can make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
A dedicated and expert Account Manager
Regular and varied supply work
Competitive rates of pay
Potential long-term teaching roles
Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
A network of branches across the UK
Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
Recommend-a-friend scheme
Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment
Business in relation
to this vacancy.