Cover Supervisor; Temporary
Job in
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY2 5TN, England, UK
Listed on 2026-03-10
Listing for:
Tara Professional Recruitment Ltd
Full Time, Part Time, Seasonal/Temporary
position Listed on 2026-03-10
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Summer Seasonal, Elementary School, Bilingual
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Cover Supervisor – Secondary Schools
Locations:
Shropshire, Telford & Staffordshire
Employer:
TARA Recruitment
Flexible Opportunities:
Full-time | Part-time | Day-to-day cover
TARA Recruitment is currently working in partnership with a number of secondary schools across Shropshire, Telford and Staffordshire who are seeking reliable and enthusiastic Cover Supervisors to support their teaching teams.
This is a fantastic opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers, or individuals with experience working with young people who are looking to gain valuable classroom experience before pursuing a career in education, including applying for a PGCE.
Role Overview
As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes during the short-term absence of the classroom teacher. Work will be pre-set by teaching staff, and your role will be to ensure students remain on task and maintain a positive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Supervising whole classes during teacher absences using pre-prepared lesson materials
* Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies
* Ensuring students stay focused and complete the work set by the teacher
* Providing support and guidance to students where appropriate
* Reporting back to teaching staff on student progress and behaviour
* Maintaining a safe and productive classroom environment
Requirements
* A degree (minimum) OR previous experience working with young people in a school, coaching, youth work, or similar setting
* Strong communication and organisational skills
* Confidence managing groups of students aged 11–16
* A professional, reliable and flexible approach
* An interest in education and supporting young people
Why Work With TARA Recruitment?
* Flexible work to suit your schedule – full-time, part-time or day-to-day cover
* Opportunities to gain valuable classroom experience
* Ideal preparation for those considering a career in teaching or a future PGCE application
* Competitive daily rates
* Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment team
If you are passionate about working with young people and would like to gain hands-on experience in secondary schools, we would love to hear from you.
Apply for the Cover Supervisor role today by sending your most current CV
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