Job Description

Cover Supervisor - Daventry
Location: Daventry and surrounding secondary schools
Employer: Tradewind Recruitment
Contract: Flexible / Ad-hoc / Long-term opportunities available

Tradewind Recruitment is looking for confident, reliable, and proactive Cover Supervisors to support a range of busy secondary schools in and around Daventry. As schools continue to experience high demand for cover support, we are seeking individuals who can step into the classroom, maintain a positive learning environment, and ensure students stay on task during teacher absences.

This role is ideal for graduates, aspiring teachers, teaching assistants looking to progress, or anyone with strong communication and leadership skills who enjoys working with young people. You do not need Qualified Teacher Status to apply - just the confidence to lead a classroom, the ability to build rapport quickly, and a calm, professional manner.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise classes across a range of subjects in the absence of the class teacher.

  • Deliver pre-planned lessons and ensure students remain focused and engaged.

  • Manage behaviour in line with school policies, using positive reinforcement and de-escalation strategies.

  • Respond to questions, promote independent learning, and keep students motivated.

  • Provide feedback to teaching staff on classroom activity and student progress.

  • Support the wider school environment when required, such as helping with break duties or supporting interventions.

What Tradewind Recruitment Offers

  • Opportunities to work in a variety of secondary schools across Daventry and nearby areas.

  • Flexible work to suit your schedule-choose when and where you work.

  • Competitive daily pay rates with weekly pay.

  • Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant familiar with local schools.

  • Access to free, high-quality CPD, including behaviour management, safeguarding, classroom control techniques, and routes into teaching.

  • The chance to gain valuable classroom experience, ideal for those considering a career in education.

Who We're Looking For

  • Confident individuals with strong communication and organisational skills.

  • People who can manage behaviour calmly and effectively.

  • Reliable and punctual applicants with a professional attitude.

  • Graduates, aspiring teachers, youth workers, sports coaches, or people with experience working with young people in any capacity.

  • A positive, enthusiastic approach and a genuine interest in supporting young learners.

If you're looking for flexible, rewarding work in education and want to make a real difference in Daventry's secondary schools, apply today through Tradewind Recruitment. Your presence in the classroom helps keep learning on track- and supports students when it matters most.