Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor – Secondary Schools Locations: Shropshire, Telford & Staffordshire Employer: TARA Recruitment Flexible Opportunities: Full-time | Part-time | Day-to-day cover TARA Recruitment is currently working in partnership with a number of secondary schools across Shropshire, Telford and Staffordshire who are seeking reliable and enthusiastic Cover Supervisors to support their teaching teams. This is a fantastic opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers, or individuals with experience working with young people who are looking to gain valuable classroom experience before pursuing a career in education, including applying for a PGCE. Role Overview As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes during the short-term absence of the classroom teacher. Work will be pre-set by teaching staff, and your role will be to ensure students remain on task and maintain a positive learning environment. Key Responsibilities * Supervising whole classes during teacher absences using pre-prepared lesson materials * Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies * Ensuring students stay focused and complete the work set by the teacher * Providing support and guidance to students where appropriate * Reporting back to teaching staff on student progress and behaviour * Maintaining a safe and productive classroom environment Requirements * A degree (minimum) OR previous experience working with young people in a school, coaching, youth work, or similar setting * Strong communication and organisational skills * Confidence managing groups of students aged 11–16 * A professional, reliable and flexible approach * An interest in education and supporting young people Why Work With TARA Recruitment? * Flexible work to suit your schedule – full-time, part-time or day-to-day cover * Opportunities to gain valuable classroom experience * Ideal preparation for those considering a career in teaching or a future PGCE application * Competitive daily rates * Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment team If you are passionate about working with young people and would like to gain hands-on experience in secondary schools, we would love to hear from you. Apply for the Cover Supervisor role today by sending your most current CV