Cover Supervisor - Randstad Education : Job Details

Do you thrive in a fast-paced school environment where every day is different?

Can you step up and manage a classroom with confidence and clarity?

Can you build rapport quickly with students of all abilities and backgrounds?

About the role

We are seeking a committed and adaptable Cover Supervisor for a full-time position starting in September 2025 in a thriving and forward-thinking secondary school in Leeds. You will play a vital role in supporting classroom learning by delivering pre-planned lessons and ensuring continuity of education in the absence of teaching staff.

About the School

Set in a vibrant and inclusive educational community, this school consistently promotes high aspirations, mutual respect, and academic success. With a strong focus on personal development and a well-established behaviour framework, you'll find a supportive team that prioritises both student welfare and staff wellbeing. The school's ethos centres around providing structure and opportunity-making it the perfect environment to thrive as a Cover Supervisor.

Requirements:

• Experience working with secondary-aged children or young people.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• An Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).

Skills Required:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Classroom or behaviour management experience
• Resilience and patience
• Adaptability and initiative
• Ability to follow and deliver set lesson plans
• Professionalism and reliability

• Delivering pre-prepared lessons to classes across KS3 and KS4.
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively and professionally.
• Monitoring student engagement and maintaining a productive atmosphere.
• Ensuring all students remain on task with their assigned work.
• Acting as a positive role model at all times.
• Following the school's safeguarding and behaviour policies.
• Recording any incidents or issues during cover lessons.
• Liaising with teaching staff about lesson plans and feedback.
• Responding to student queries during lessons.
• Supervising students during transitions between lessons.

What We Offer:

• A supportive, collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).

If you are ready to bring energy, adaptability, and professionalism to a vital school-based role, we want to hear from you.

Click "Apply Now" to submit your application for the role of Cover Supervisor. For more information, please contact or call to speak to the secondary team.