Job Description

Job Title: Cover Supervisor
Location: Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire
Start Date: Immediate
Type: Full-time or daily
Pay: £100-£110 per day (PAYE)

Are you confident, resilient, and ready to take on a rewarding challenge in the classroom?

Tradewind are working with a mainstream school in Leighton Buzzard that is seeking a Cover Supervisor for an immediate start, with both daily supply and long-term roles available.

The school supports a broad range of pupils, including those with challenging behaviour, so we're looking for someone with a calm, assertive presence and strong behaviour management skills.

You will be given the full support of the SLT but will need to be confident using a range of techniques to ensure a high standard of learning takes place daily.

This is a flexible ad-hoc role that may lead to long-term supply.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals considering a future in teaching or looking for a rewarding role working with young people.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver pre-prepared lessons to classes across different year groups as a cover supervisor

  • Maintain classroom order and manage behaviour effectively

  • Support students with classwork and encourage active participation

  • Follow the school's safeguarding and behaviour policies

  • Report back to teaching staff on pupil progress and behaviour

What We're Looking For:

  • Experience working with young people (education, youth work, coaching, etc.)

  • Resilient and confident in managing challenging behaviour

  • Adaptable, proactive, and reliable

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • A good understanding of safeguarding practices in schools

What's on Offer:

  • Immediate work available-start as soon as possible

  • Flexible daily bookings or long-term assignments

  • Excellent school facilities and team support

  • Access to training and development through Tradewind

  • Clear routes into permanent roles or teaching pathways

Interested in making a difference right away?

Apply today and step into a vital role with Tradewind where you can support learning, manage behaviour, and help pupils thrive-starting now.