Cover Supervisor

Join a Wonderful Secondary School in Cover Supervisor!

Role: Cover Supervisor
Location: Haringey, North London
Start Date: ASAP/January 2026
End Date: Negotiable
Employment Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Contract Type: Long-Term/Short-Term/Supply
Pay Scale: £90- £110 per day depending on experience & Contract Type

Are you a recent graduate in English, Mathematics, Science, or a related subject with a genuine passion for education and a desire to build a long-term career in schools?

This Cover Supervisor role is the perfect opportunity for aspiring teachers and education professionals to gain hands‑on classroom experience within a supportive secondary school in Haringey, North London
. Whether you are considering teacher training in the future or looking to develop your confidence and skills in a school setting, this role offers invaluable exposure to classroom management, student engagement, and lesson delivery across a range of subjects.

• Supervising Classes: Oversee classes in the absence of the regular teacher, ensuring that students engage with the provided lesson plans.
• Maintaining Classroom Discipline: Establish and maintain a positive and orderly classroom environment, managing student behaviour and promoting respect.
• Supporting Student Learning: Provide support to students during lessons, helping them with tasks and ensuring they understand the work set by their teachers.
• Monitoring Progress: Observe and report on student behaviour and engagement, providing feedback to teachers regarding student progress and any issues that arise.
• Assisting with Lesson Preparation: Prepare classroom resources and materials as needed, ensuring that the classroom is ready for learning before the lesson begins.
• Conducting Assessments: Occasionally administer tests or assessments and assist with marking, under the direction of a teacher.
• Encouraging Participation: Foster a supportive learning environment by encouraging all students to participate actively in lessons and group activities.
• Liaising with Staff: Communicate effectively with teaching staff regarding the day’s lessons, student needs, and any behavioural or academic concerns.
• Supporting Extracurricular
  
  Activities:
  
  Participate in and support extracurricular activities and school events, helping to promote a positive school culture.
• Adhering to Policies: Follow school policies and procedures, especially concerning safeguarding, health and safety, and behaviour management.

• A degree in any subject area, showcasing your commitment to academic excellence. Holding a degree at 2:2 or higher is preferred.
• Preferable previous experience of working in a school as TA/CS.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, allowing you to build positive relationships with students, teachers, and parents.
• An enthusiastic and proactive approach, demonstrating your passion for education and your willingness to go above and beyond to support student learning.
• Flexibility and adaptability, as you will be working across various subjects and supporting different teaching styles.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, contributing to a collaborative and supportive school environment.
• Enhanced DBS registered to the update service.