Job Title: Cover Supervisor
Location: Barnet, London
Contract Type: Day-to-day, long-term; full-time or part-time
Hours: Flexible
About the School:
We are a thriving secondary school in Barnet committed to providing high-quality education in a supportive and inclusive environment. We are looking for reliable and enthusiastic Cover Supervisors to ensure lessons run smoothly when teaching staff are absent.
Job Purpose:
The Cover Supervisor will supervise classes across a range of subjects, maintaining high standards of behaviour and engagement while following lesson plans provided by teaching staff. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain experience in a school environment and make a positive impact on students’ learning.
Key Responsibilities:
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Supervise classes and maintain a safe, positive learning environment.
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Follow lesson plans provided by teachers and support students in completing set tasks.
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Ensure students remain on task and adhere to school behaviour policies.
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Monitor and report on student behaviour and progress to teachers.
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Assist with the preparation of classroom resources as needed.
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Support the school’s ethos of inclusion, respect, and high expectations.
Qualifications and Experience:
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Experience working with children or young people is desirable.
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Strong communication, organisation, and classroom management skills.
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Reliable, proactive, and able to work independently.
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Patience, empathy, and a professional attitude.
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Relevant qualifications (e.g., GCSEs or equivalent) are advantageous.
Benefits:
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Competitive daily rate (£81–£106 per day, depending on experience)
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Flexible working arrangements (day-to-day, long-term, full-time or part-time)
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Supportive and inclusive school environment
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Opportunity to gain valuable experience in secondary education
If you are interested please apply below –

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