Cover Supervisor

Job Description:

Job post summary

Date posted: 20 January 2026

Pay: £90.00-£135.50 per day

Job Description:

Subject Specialist Unqualified Teacher Wanted! – DE1 Schools & Surrounding Areas
Day-to-day, short-term, and long-term opportunities available

Are you passionate about your subject and ready to inspire the next generation – even when the teacher’s away?

Link3 Recruitment are on the lookout for a dynamic and knowledgeable Unqualified Teachers / Cover Supervisors with a subject specialism (not required) to support a range of thriving secondary schools in the DE1 area and surrounding locations. Whether you're an experienced educator or a recent graduate with a strong subject background, this is your chance to make a real impact in the classroom.

What you’ll do:

• Deliver pre-set lessons with confidence and creativity
• Keep students engaged and learning in the absence of their usual teacher
• Maintain a positive and supportive classroom environment
• Bring your subject expertise to enrich student understanding

What we’re looking for:

• Understanding of the KS3/KS4 curriculum
• A strong subject specialism – any discipline welcome
• Excellent classroom presence and behaviour management skills
• A flexible and proactive attitude
• Experience in education or a genuine desire to work with young people

Why join us?

• Flexible working across a variety of DE1 schools
• Competitive daily rates
• Great experience for aspiring teachers or education professionals
• Supportive team and professional development opportunities

Requirements:

• Right to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS (Child Workforce) — on the Update Service or willing to apply
• Minimum GCSE qualifications for roles below Cover Supervisor level

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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Work Location: In person