Cover Supervisor

Job Description:

Are you looking to gain classroom experience in Secondary Schools across Swadlincote Derbyshire? Do you have a passion for education and the confidence to manage a classroom? ABC Teachers is currently recruiting for enthusiastic and reliable Cover Supervisors to work across a range of secondary schools in the local area.

About the role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will:

• Supervise classes during teacher absences, ensuring students remain on task.
• Deliver pre-set lesson plans and manage classroom behaviour effectively.
• Support pupils in their learning and maintain a positive classroom environment.
• Work across a variety of subjects, gaining valuable classroom management experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers, or individuals with strong communication and organisational skills who are looking to develop a career in education.

About the school

You will be working in a variety of secondary schools across Swadlincote, each offering a welcoming and supportive environment for both staff and students. Our partner schools are committed to:

• Providing high-quality education and strong pastoral care.
• Maintaining inclusive and engaging classrooms where every pupil can thrive.
• Supporting staff with excellent leadership teams and clear behaviour policies.
• Offering professional growth opportunities for those looking to develop a career in education.

Whether you’re placed in a large, modern academy or a smaller community-focused school, you’ll be joining teams that value dedication, adaptability, and positive role models in the classroom.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Secondary School Cover Supervisor you will:

• Have previous experience working with young people (in education, coaching, tutoring, or youth work).
• Possess strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Are adaptable, flexible, and confident in delivering lessons across a range of subjects.
• Hold (or are willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS check on the update service.

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Have previous experience working with young people (in education, coaching, tutoring, or youth work).

ABC Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About ABC Teachers

ABC Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What ABC Teachers offer As a valued employee of ABC Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

ABC Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Rebekah Wayne on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).

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