Cover Supervisor – Secondary School (Newbury)
Location: Newbury
Contract: Minimum 6-week assignment
Start: ASAP
Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience
Are you confident, adaptable, and passionate about supporting young people in their learning? A welcoming and well-respected secondary school in Newbury is seeking a Cover Supervisor to join their team for a minimum of 6 weeks, with the potential for the role to extend.
About the Role
As a Cover Supervisor, you will:
*Deliver pre-planned lessons across KS3–KS4 in a variety of subjects
*Manage the classroom and ensure a positive learning environment
*Support students in staying on task and meeting lesson objectives
*Follow school policies and uphold expectations around behaviour
*Provide feedback to teaching staff at the end of each lesson
This is a fantastic opportunity for:
*Graduates considering a career in teaching
*Experienced Cover Supervisors
*Teaching Assistants looking to step up
*Individuals with transferable skills (youth work, coaching, tutoring)
What We’re Looking For
*Strong communication and classroom-management skills
*Confidence leading groups of students independently
*A proactive, flexible, and calm approach
*Ability to build rapport quickly
*Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
What the School Offers
*Supportive staff and leadership team
*Clear expectations and excellent behaviour systems
*Ongoing opportunities to develop your classroom practice
*A friendly, collaborative environment
If you’re enthusiastic, reliable, and ready to make a real difference each day, we’d love to hear from you!