Cover Supervisor - Kettering

Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire
Contract: Full-Time or Part-Time | Flexible, Day-to-Day and Long-Term Opportunities
Salary: Competitive daily rates, dependent on experience
Agency: Tradewind Recruitment

Are You Confident, Enthusiastic and Looking for a Rewarding Role in Secondary Education?

Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting Cover Supervisors to work within secondary schools across Kettering and the surrounding areas.

This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced Cover Supervisors, graduates considering a career in teaching or individuals who have experience working with young people and would love to develop their career within education.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will play an important role in supporting students' learning when their regular teacher is absent. You will supervise classes, deliver pre-prepared lessons and ensure students remain engaged, focused and on task throughout the school day.

You do not need to be a qualified teacher to become a Cover Supervisor!

We are looking for confident, adaptable and enthusiastic individuals who can build positive relationships with students, maintain classroom expectations and create a supportive learning environment.

Whether you're looking for flexible work around other commitments or a long-term opportunity within a secondary school, we would love to hear from you!

The Role

As a Cover Supervisor, your responsibilities will include:

• Supervising classes across Key Stages 3 and 4 in the absence of the regular classroom teacher.

• Delivering pre-prepared lesson plans and ensuring students understand the tasks they have been set.

• Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining a positive learning environment.

• Encouraging students to remain focused, engaged and motivated throughout lessons.

• Supporting students with their learning and answering general questions about assigned activities.

• Following school behaviour policies and maintaining consistent classroom expectations.

• Managing classes across a range of secondary school subjects.

• Providing feedback to teaching staff regarding student engagement, behaviour and completed work.

• Supporting students with additional learning needs where appropriate.

• Building positive professional relationships with students and school staff.

• Adapting confidently to different classroom environments and school routines.

• Following safeguarding policies and promoting the welfare of all students.

What Are We Looking For?

We would love to hear from candidates who:

• Have previous experience working with children or young people, ideally within a school or educational setting.

• Are confident supervising groups of secondary school students.

• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Can maintain positive behaviour and manage classroom expectations.

• Are enthusiastic, approachable and professional.

• Can follow lesson plans and instructions effectively.

• Are organised, reliable and adaptable.

• Have a genuine interest in supporting young people's education and development.

• Can work independently and use their initiative when required.

• Are passionate about making a positive difference within a school environment.

Previous Cover Supervisor experience is beneficial but not essential.

We also welcome applications from individuals with backgrounds in:

• Teaching Assistance or Learning Support.

• Sports Coaching or PE.

• Youth Work and Mentoring.

• SEN or SEMH Support.

• Childcare or Residential Care.

• Tutoring or Educational Support.

• Graduate roles, particularly those considering teacher training.

• Other positions involving the supervision, mentoring or development of young people.

Why Become a Cover Supervisor?

Working as a Cover Supervisor is a brilliant opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience without needing Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

It is particularly suitable for:

• Graduates considering a future career in teaching.

• Individuals looking to gain experience before applying for teacher training.

• Experienced education professionals seeking flexible working opportunities.

• People looking to transition into a rewarding career within secondary education.

• Candidates who enjoy working with young people and want to make a positive difference.

You will gain valuable experience in classroom management, student engagement, communication and supporting learning across a variety of subjects.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

At Tradewind Recruitment, we are committed to helping education professionals find rewarding opportunities within local schools.

When you work with us, you can benefit from:

• Competitive daily rates of pay, dependent on experience.

• Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability.

• Day-to-day, short-term and long-term placements.

• Potential opportunities for permanent employment.

• Dedicated support from your own recruitment consultant.

• Access to a wide network of secondary schools across Kettering and the surrounding areas.

• Free CPD and professional development opportunities.

• Free access to The National College after your first day worked.

• Ongoing guidance and support throughout your placements.

• Opportunities to gain valuable classroom experience and develop your career in education.

Apply Today!

If you're an enthusiastic and confident individual looking for a Cover Supervisor role in Kettering, we would love to hear from you!

Whether you're an experienced Cover Supervisor, a recent graduate or someone with transferable experience working with young people, Tradewind Recruitment can help you take the next step in your career.

To apply or find out more, please send your CV to Hannah at hannah.mcmillan@twrecruitment.com.

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and compliance checks, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and relevant employment checks.