Cover Supervisor - Secondary Schools

Location: Chelmsford
Contract: Full-Time / Part-Time | Flexible Supply & Long-Term Opportunities
Salary: Competitive daily rates dependent on experience

Are You Confident, Enthusiastic and Looking to Build a Career in Education?

Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting enthusiastic, reliable and confident Cover Supervisors to work within secondary schools across Chelmsford and the surrounding areas.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who enjoy working with young people and want to gain valuable experience within a secondary school environment.

Whether you're an experienced Cover Supervisor, a recent graduate considering a career in teaching, or someone with experience in coaching, youth work, mentoring or supporting young people, we would love to hear from you!

We have a range of opportunities available, including flexible day-to-day supply, short-term placements and longer-term positions, allowing you to find work that suits your availability and career goals.

The Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes during the short-term absence of their usual teacher, ensuring students remain engaged and complete the work provided.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supervising classes across Key Stages 3 and 4 in secondary schools.
• Delivering pre-prepared lessons and ensuring students understand the work set.
• Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining a positive learning environment.
• Encouraging students to remain focused, engaged and motivated.
• Supporting students with their learning and answering general questions where appropriate.
• Following school policies and procedures, including behaviour management and safeguarding.
• Building positive professional relationships with students and school staff.
• Managing classroom routines and ensuring lessons run smoothly.
• Providing feedback to teaching staff regarding student engagement, behaviour and completed work.
• Supporting students with additional learning needs where required.
• Adapting confidently to different classrooms, subjects and school environments.

You will not be expected to plan or prepare lessons, as work will already be provided by the school.

What Are We Looking For?

We would love to hear from candidates who:

• Have previous experience working with children or young people.
• Are confident managing groups of secondary school students.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can maintain a positive and structured classroom