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Cover Supervisor

  • location Bexley
  • contract type Full-time, Part-time
  • contract terms Short-term/day-to-day supply, Long-term
  • salary £90 to £110 per day
  • ref SXTCS69542
  • Apply by 07 August 2025
  • Job start 01 Sep 2025
  • Job end Ongoing

As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes of around 25 students in the absence of the class teacher, delivering pre-prepared lessons across various secondary subjects. Subject expertise is not required, as full guidance and support will be provided.

About the role

This is an excellent opportunity to gain secondary school experience before pursuing teacher training. Prior experience is desirable but not required, and free training is provided for those new to the role.

About the school

Located in the heart of Bexley, this large and diverse secondary school is committed to raising aspirations and fostering a culture of high expectations. With a strong focus on behaviour, academic progress, and personal development, the school provides a structured and supportive environment for both students and staff. It benefits from modern facilities, clear routines, and a leadership team dedicated to continuous improvement and staff development.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Cover Supervisor you will:

  • A degree or equivalent education
  • Confident leading lessons in the teacher’s absence
  • Eager to learn and develop professionally
  • Passionate about education and supporting young people

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

  • A degree or equivalent education

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

  • Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
  • Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
  • Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
  • Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
  • FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
  • Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
  • Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Sam Tinker on 020 7065 7500 or email [email protected].

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