Cover Supervisor

Smart Teachers are seeking to appoint a reliable and adaptable Cover Supervisor to work in a high-achieving, oversubscribed secondary school in North London. This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring teacher or experienced classroom practitioner to support the delivery of quality learning across the curriculum

About the role

• Supervise classes in the absence of the classroom teacher, ensuring students remain on task and engaged

• Deliver pre-prepared lesson content and manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies

• Support students in completing set work and provide constructive feedback where appropriate

• Contribute to the smooth running of the school day by covering a range of subjects and year groups as needed

About the school

A high-performing and inclusive secondary school in North London, known for its strong academic results, vibrant extracurricular provision, and commitment to developing well-rounded young people. Students benefit from excellent teaching, a rich curriculum, and a culture that fosters respect, responsibility, and resilience.

Requirements

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

• Confident classroom presence and excellent communication skills
• Experience working with young people in an educational or youth work setting is desirable
• Flexible, proactive, and able to adapt to a variety of subjects and learning environments
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to maintain a positive learning atmosphere
• Minimum GCSEs in English and Maths (or equivalent) – A Levels or degree desirable

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

• Suitable teaching experience

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 Daniel Uwaifo on 020 7065 7500 or email [email protected].