Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor

Job Title:

Cover Supervisor
Area:
Blackpool

Start Date:

March 2026
Contract Type:
Full-time, Flexible Supply, Temporary
Salary: £95.00 - £120.00 per day

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

We're partnering with a well-established and supportive secondary school in Blackpool that is dedicated to maintaining high standards, strong behaviour systems, and a culture of respect. The school prides itself on providing a structured and inclusive environment where students feel safe, motivated and ready to learn.

Staff are supported by a collaborative leadership team and clear policies that enable consistency across classrooms. With a strong focus on both academic progress and personal development, the school creates a setting where both pupils and staff can thrive.

• Supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of the classroom teacher
• Deliver pre-set lesson plans and ensure students remain on task
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with the school's policies
• Provide a calm, focused and respectful learning environment
• Support students with their learning and respond to general queries
• Report back to teaching staff on pupil progress and behaviour

• Previous experience working with young people (school-based experience desirable but not essential)
• Confident classroom presence with strong behaviour management skills
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities
• A proactive, reliable and professional attitude
• A genuine passion for supporting students' development and progress

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the update service OR be willing to apply for a new one
• Provide two professional child-related references

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and complete all safeguarding/vetting checks in line with statutory guidance. Any adult working with children and young people is responsible for safeguarding and promoting their welfare.

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