Calling All Youth Workers, Sports Coaches & Support Workers Location: Berkshire Salary: £110–£140 per day Contract: Full-time / Part-time / Flexible hours About the Role Are you a youth worker, sports coach, behaviour mentor or experienced professional working with young people looking to take your skills into a secondary school environment? Principal Education is working with secondary schools across Berkshire who are seeking reliable and confident Cover Supervisors to support students and maintain a positive learning environment when teachers are absent. As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes using pre-prepared lessons and activities, while supporting students with their learning, behaviour and engagement. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience within education, with flexible working options available. Key Responsibilities Supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher, maintaining a safe, calm and positive classroom environment. Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials and activities provided by teaching staff. Support students with learning, behavioural and additional needs. Encourage positive behaviour, engagement and participation. Act as a positive role model and build effective relationships with students. Record and report any relevant attendance, behaviour or safeguarding concerns. Communicate effectively with teaching staff and school leadership. Person Specification We are particularly interested in candidates with experience working with children or young people, including: Youth workers Sports coaches Behaviour mentors Teaching assistants Graduates with relevant experience Other professionals with strong transferable skills You will also need: Strong communication and interpersonal skills. The confidence to manage classroom behaviour effectively. A calm, flexible and reliable approach. The ability to adapt to different schools and classroom environments. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. An Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one. What We Offer £110–£140 per day Flexible full-time, part-time and daily supply opportunities. Opportunities across secondary schools throughout Berkshire. Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant. The opportunity to gain valuable school-based experience. Potential opportunities for longer-term and permanent positions. The chance to make a genuine difference to students' learning and development. If you are passionate about working with young people and are looking for flexible opportunities within secondary schools, we would love to hear from you