Cover Supervisor

Job Title: Cover Supervisor

Location: Basildon

Pay: £90 to £130 per day

Start Date: Immediate start

Are you an experienced cover supervisor, teaching assistant or graduate with strong classroom presence?

Are you looking for a flexible role where you can choose the days you work?

Do you feel confident managing a classroom and keeping pupils engaged in the teacher’s absence?

I’m Dan, and I’ve been working closely with secondary and primary school settings for the past two years, supporting them with their recruitment needs. I’m currently working with a number of schools in Basildon and the surrounding areas who are looking for reliable Cover Supervisors on a supply basis. There may also be opportunities for longer-term roles for the right candidates.

The Cover Supervisor role involves stepping into the classroom when teaching staff are absent. You’ll be responsible for supervising pupils, delivering pre-set work, maintaining classroom routines and managing behaviour to ensure learning continues smoothly. This role suits confident, organised individuals who are comfortable working across different schools, subjects and year groups.

The successful Cover Supervisor will have:

• Previous experience working with children or young people

• Confidence managing a classroom independently

• Ability to deliver pre-set work and follow school policies

• Strong behaviour management skills

• Flexibility to work across different schools and year groups

• Enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to apply for one

In return, you can expect:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you through a straightforward onboarding process

• Access to our Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply)

• CPD courses and certificates through the My-Progression channel

• Competitive rates of pay

• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – earn up to £100 when you refer a friend (T&Cs apply)

• PAYE pay, with tax and National Insurance handled correctly and no hidden charges

If you’re interested in this role, click APPLY NOW and we’ll be in touch.

Email: [email protected]
Contact number: 01245 335533

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



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