Cover Supervisor – Secondary School in Hillingdon (Immediate Start)

Position: Cover Supervisor

Location: Hillingdon, West London

Contract: Full-Time / Daily Supply (Long-term potential)

Start Date: ASAP

Pay Rate: £120 – £140 per day (dependent on experience)

About the Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will step into the classroom to manage cover lessons across various subjects during teacher absences. You will deliver pre-planned lessons, manage classroom dynamics, and ensure students remain engaged, on-task, and safe.

This is an ideal position for experienced Cover Supervisors, higher-level Teaching Assistants, youth workers, or graduates looking to gain valuable whole-class management experience prior to pursuing teacher training.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise whole classes and deliver lesson plans provided by the subject teachers.

• Maintain a structured, safe, and positive learning environment in line with school behaviour policies.

• Assist students with their tasks, ensuring work is completed to a high standard.

• Collect completed classwork and leave accurate handover notes for returning staff.

• Uphold standard safeguarding protocols and promote positive student behaviour.

Candidate Requirements

• Prior experience working with secondary-aged pupils (classroom experience, youth work, or tutoring preferred).

• Strong presence, confidence, and excellent communication skills.

• High degree of adaptability and ability to handle varying classroom environments.

• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to complete a new check).

• Full eligibility to work in the UK.

Why Join This School?

• Welcoming and supportive leadership team.

• Great transport links across Hillingdon and West London.

• Excellent professional development and progression opportunities.

How to Apply

If you are available immediately and interested in this Cover Supervisor role in Hillingdon, please submit your CV today for immediate consideration!