Job Title: Cover Supervisor
Location: Tonbridge / Tunbridge Wells
Start Date: ASAP (because our schools can’t wait to meet you!)
Salary: £120 per day
Do you love the buzz of a busy school?
Can you walk into a classroom and take charge with confidence and a smile?
Fancy working with brilliant students aged 11–16 and making every day different?
If you’re nodding along… keep reading
We’re working with some fantastic secondary schools across the Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells area, and they’re looking for Cover Supervisors who are reliable, energetic, and great with young people. No planning, no marking—just step in, guide the class, deliver the work that’s already set, and help keep things running smoothly.
⭐ What you’ll be doing:
Walking into classrooms like a legend and delivering pre-set lessons
Keeping students on track and engaged (your “teacher stare” will come in handy!)
Creating a calm, positive atmosphere so learning can actually happen
Supporting different subjects—every day is a new adventure
Spotting any issues and letting the teaching team know
Being that friendly, firm, reliable adult students can look up to
Keeping everyone safe and following school safeguarding procedures
⭐ What we’re looking for
CACHE Level 2/3 or at least 6 months working with young people
Someone who can confidently manage a classroom without stressing
Great communication and a sense of humour definitely help
Flexibility—you might be in Maths one day, Drama the next
A “let’s get stuck in” attitude
⭐ What YOU get from us
A lovely team of consultants who actually answer the phone (yes, even early mornings!)
Guaranteed Pay Scheme available (T&Cs apply—but still great!)
Free CPD courses so you can keep growing and building your skills
A cheeky extra bonus through our Referral Scheme—up to £100 when you refer a friend
Market-leading pay and NO dodgy admin fees—we pay you properly through PAYE
If this sounds like your kind of job, hit APPLY NOW and I’ll be in touch quicker than the school bell rings.
Email: lillie.warburton@teacheractive.com
Phone: 01622 321 234
Let’s get you into a school you’ll love.
All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
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