Cover Supervisor

Location: Northumberland
Job Type: Permanent
Industry: Secondary Support
Reference: 344567791111
Salary: Salary - Competitive, based on experience
Job Published: 9 days ago

Cover Supervisor Opportunity – Northumberland

Location: Northumberland
Position: Cover Supervisor – Secondary School
Contract Type: Full-Time (Temporary or Long-Term Opportunities)
Salary: £85 - £110 per day (based on experience)

Are you an experienced Cover Supervisor looking to make a positive impact in secondary education? Protocol Education is seeking confident and motivated individuals to work in a fantastic secondary school in Northumberland, ensuring high-quality classroom support when teachers are unavailable.


About the Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you’ll step into the classroom to ensure continuity of learning during teacher absences. This is a fantastic opportunity for those with prior cover supervisor experience who thrive in a dynamic school environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supervise classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff.
  • Deliver pre-set lesson plans and ensure students remain on task.
  • Manage classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning environment.
  • Support students with their learning and address any immediate questions or concerns.
  • Liaise with teaching staff and the leadership team to ensure a smooth handover.

What We’re Looking For

  • Proven experience as a Cover Supervisor or in a similar educational support role.
  • Confidence in managing classroom behavior and maintaining a calm environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • A proactive and adaptable approach to working in various classroom settings.
  • A genuine interest in education and supporting student success.

Why Choose Protocol Education?

Competitive Pay Rates: Earn up to £110 per day for your experience.
Training Opportunities: Access free CPD courses to enhance your skills.
Exclusive Roles: Gain access to top schools across Northumberland.
Dedicated Support: Friendly consultants to guide you through your placements.
Flexible Options: Tailored roles to suit your lifestyle and career ambitions.


Apply here or email francesca.barton@protocol-education.com

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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