Cover Supervisor

Location: Harrow, London

Pay: £80 – £150 per day (depending on experience)

Type: Open-ended Contract

Hours: Full-time

Start Date: 19 January 2026

We are seeking a confident and reliable Cover Supervisor to work in a secondary school setting in Harrow
. This role involves supervising whole classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff, ensuring pupils remain on task and follow pre-set lesson plans.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals considering a career in teaching, or those with experience working with young people in an educational setting.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Experience working with children or young people (school-based experience desirable but not essential)
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Confidence delivering pre-prepared lesson materials
• A calm, professional, and adaptable approach
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff

Elementa is the recruiting partner for this role. Candidates progressing following pre-screening will be required to complete Elementa’s registration process, which includes:

• Full vetting and background checks
• Application for an Enhanced DBS Disclosure (chargeable at £64.20 unless you hold a current Enhanced DBS subscribed to the Update Service)

• Weekly pay – no waiting for monthly payroll cut-offs;
  Elementa pays one week in lieu
• PAYE contract – all candidates are paid via PAYE unless otherwise requested, providing employment protections
• Training & Support – access to free or heavily discounted training including Safeguarding, Behaviour Management, Team Teach, SEND, and more
• Fair pay policy – competitive rates aligned with experience
• Ongoing welfare support – regular check-ins from a dedicated candidate manager
• Additional services – access to partner services including tax, legal, and accountancy support