Job Description

Cover Supervisor - Secondary School - Wellingborough
Location: Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term | Temp-to-Perm Opportunities Available
Salary: Competitive daily rates (dependent on experience)

Interested in building classroom experience and taking the next step towards a career in education?
Confident working with young people and looking for a rewarding role in a secondary school environment?

We are working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive secondary school in Wellingborough who are looking to appoint a confident and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join their team from September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people and wants to gain valuable hands-on classroom experience within a structured and encouraging school setting.

What is a Cover Supervisor?

As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a key role in supporting the school during teacher absences by supervising lessons and ensuring students remain engaged, focused, and completing the work provided by the class teacher.

You do not need to be a qualified teacher for this role. Lesson plans and resources will already be prepared, allowing you to focus on supporting students and maintaining a positive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise classes across KS3 and KS4 in a variety of subjects
Ensure students complete the work set by the teacher
Maintain a positive, calm, and productive classroom environment
Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies
Encourage students to remain focused and engaged with their learning
Report any concerns or issues to relevant members of staff
Support wider school duties, including break and corridor supervision
Act as a positive role model for students at all times

Who We're Looking For

Experience working with young people (education, coaching, mentoring, youth work, care, or similar backgrounds welcomed)
A confident and professional classroom presence
Strong communication and behaviour management skills
Reliable, punctual, and adaptable
A genuine interest in education and supporting young people's development
Someone considering a future career in teaching or education

What You'll Gain

A full-time opportunity within a supportive Wellingborough secondary school
A long-term role with potential for temp-to-perm progression
Competitive weekly pay
Free access to CPD training, including safeguarding, behaviour management, and SEND awareness
Valuable classroom experience to support future teacher training pathways
Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant

Why This Role?

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your classroom confidence, gain meaningful experience in a secondary school, and make a real difference to students' learning and progress.

Whether you are looking to begin a career in education, gain experience before teacher training, or take on a rewarding role working with young people, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.