Cover Supervisor - Rotherwood Education : Job Details

Are you a confident and adaptable individual with a passion for education?

Rotherwood Education are currently seeking an enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join a well-established and forward-thinking secondary school in the Burnley area from September 2025!

This role is particularly well-suited for an individual who is highly organised, adaptable, and resilient, capable of swiftly adjusting to diverse situations.

About the Role:

As a Cover Supervisor, you’ll step into classrooms in the absence of teaching staff, delivering pre-prepared lessons and maintaining high standards of behaviour and learning. You’ll be a valued part of the school community, helping to ensure continuity and progress for students across Key Stages 3 and 4.

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering set work to classes across KS3 & KS4
• Managing classroom behaviour in line with the school’s policy
• Supporting students to stay on task and complete their work
• Providing feedback to teaching staff on pupil progress and behaviour

The ideal Cover Supervisor will:

• Have experience working in a similar role or in a school environment
• Demonstrate excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
• Be confident, flexible, and able to adapt to different subject areas
• Show a genuine passion for education and pupil development
• Be proactive, reliable, and committed to safeguarding and supporting young people

Requirements:

• Proven track record or relevant school-based experience
• A current, enhanced DBS on the update service, or be willing to apply for one
• Relevant references to support your application
• Willingness to attend a face-to-face registration and complete necessary vetting checks

Why Rotherwood Education?

• Dedicated consultants with in-depth knowledge of local schools
• Competitive rates of pay
• A friendly and supportive service throughout your placement

If this sounds like the ideal role for you, we’d love to hear from you! Please apply now or contact Becky at Rotherwood Education for more information.

This post is being advertised on behalf of Rotherwood Education, who are acting as an employment agency.