Cover Supervisor – Secondary School in Sunderland (ASAP Start)

A thriving secondary school in Sunderland is seeking an energetic, adaptable Cover Supervisor to join its classroom support team for an immediate (ASAP) start on an ongoing basis.

Job Overview As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a vital role in maintaining continuous learning during teacher absences. You will step into pre-planned lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, taking charge of classrooms, maintaining a disciplined environment, and ensuring pupils complete the work assigned by absent department staff. This post is ideal for graduates, aspiring teachers, or experienced youth leaders seeking full-time classroom management experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise pre-set lessons across diverse secondary subjects (STEM, Humanities, Languages, Arts) in Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4

• Create a safe, purposeful, and structured learning environment in every classroom

• Enforce the school's behavior management policy consistently, handling classroom dynamics calmly and authoritatively

• Distribute learning materials, explain set instructions clearly, and support pupils with set tasks

• Complete electronic attendance registers accurately at the start of every period

• Collect completed student work and leave clear handover notes for returning class teachers

The School & What’s on Offer

• Immediate Start: Full-time, ongoing daily or block cover starting ASAP

• Competitive Pay: Paid weekly on market-leading daily cover rates (£90 – £120 per day dependent on experience)

• Zero Admin Burden: No lesson planning, marking, or extra-curricular obligations required

• Location: Great Sunderland location with excellent road and transport connections

Candidate Requirements

• Degree qualification OR strong secondary classroom/youth leadership experience (Teaching Assistant, Sports Coach, Tutor)

• Strong classroom presence, confidence, and natural behavior management skills

• Excellent communication, adaptability, and organizational skills

• Ability to handle unexpected timetable shifts and manage different subject environments comfortably

• An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

How to Apply Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this Cover Supervisor post in Sunderland for an immediate start.