Cover Supervisor

South West/ contract / £110 - 130 per day

Job Title: Cover Supervisor
Location: Gloucestershire
Start Date: Immediate
Salary: £110 - £130 per day

  • Are you passionate about inspiring the next generation?
  • Do you have a confident, engaging approach to classroom management?
  • Would you thrive in a role that allows you to make a real difference, with complete flexibility to suit your lifestyle?

TeacherActive is proud to be working alongside a wide network of Secondary Schools across Gloucestershire. We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable, and motivated Cover Supervisors to step into the classroom and keep students on track with their learning when teachers are absent.

As a Cover Supervisor, you’ll play a key role in supporting schools by:

  • Managing classrooms and ensuring lessons run smoothly.
  • Maintaining a positive learning environment and keeping students focused on pre-set work.
  • Building rapport with students and contributing to a supportive, consistent school culture.

This role is perfect for flexible working – whether you’re looking for just one day a week or a full-time role, we can adapt to your availability. It’s a fantastic opportunity for university students, parents, part-time workers, or anyone looking to gain valuable school experience before progressing in education.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • CACHE Level 2/3 qualification or at least 6 months’ experience working with young people.
  • Confidence in managing a class of students aged 11-16.
  • Strong behaviour management skills to keep students engaged.
  • Flexibility to work across different departments and year groups.

Why Register with TeacherActive?

At TeacherActive, we pride ourselves on being more than just a recruitment agency – we are your career partner. From the moment you register, you’ll be assigned your own dedicated consultant who will guide you through every step of the process, making sure you feel supported and valued. We go the extra mile to understand your preferences, agree a comfortable travel radius, and match you with schools where you’ll feel confident and happy.

You’ll also benefit from:

  • 24/7 consultant support – we’re always here when you need us.
  • Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply).
  • Access to free CPD courses through our My-Progression channel.
  • Market-leading rates of pay.
  • Referral bonus – earn up to £200 when you refer a friend (T&Cs apply).
  • PAYE payment – no admin fees, no umbrella company, just straightforward pay.

We are passionate about putting our candidates first – your success is our success.

If you’re ready to take on this exciting opportunity and become a valued part of our school network, click ‘APPLY NOW’ and we’ll be in touch to discuss the next steps.

Email: [email protected]
Call: 0117 223 2200

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and invited to register with TeacherActive.

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.



Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.