Cover Supervisor
Recruitment agency
- Permanent
- £28,600–£33,800
- Posted 30 Jul 2026
- Ref 39c2e5e2
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At a glance
This Cover Supervisor role is based in London. The position is permanent and pays £28,600–£33,800.
Job summary
- Salary
- £28,600–£33,800
- Location
- London
- Contract
- Permanent
- Employer type
- Recruitment agency
- Advertised by
- Hays (recruitment agency)
- Source
- Adzuna feed
- Job reference
- 5792802263
About the role
Your new company
Hays Education are seeking reliable, confident and enthusiastic Cover Supervisors to work in secondary schools across North London.
We are working in partnership with a large network of schools and academies that require skilled Cover Supervisors to provide classroom supervision in the absence of teaching staff. These opportunities are ideal for graduates considering a career in teaching, experienced Cover Supervisors, teaching assistants looking to progress, or individuals with experience working with young people.
With daily, short-term and long-term assignments available, this role offers flexibility and valuable experience within secondary education.
Your new role
As a Cover Supervisor, you will:
• Supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of teachers
• Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials and ensure students remain on task
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies
• Provide support and guidance to students where appropriate
• Record attendance and report on lesson outcomes
• Work across a variety of subjects and year groups
No planning or marking is typically required for day-to-day cover assignments.
What you'll need to succeed
• Experience working with young people in an educational, coaching, mentoring or youth work setting
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills
• Confident leading groups of students in a classroom environment
• Flexible, professional and adaptable approach
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
• A genuine interest in education and supporting student success
A degree is desirable but not essential.
What you'll get in return
• Competitive daily rates of pay
• Flexible work to fit around your availability
• Access to a wide range of secondary schools across North London
• Opportunities to secure long-term placements and teacher training routes
• Free CPD and professional development opportunities
• Dedicated support from your specialist Hays Education consultant
• Convenient online timesheet and payroll system
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
About Hays
The hiring school is not disclosed on this advert. This vacancy is being managed by Hays; contact the agency directly for further details about the school and role.
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- Posted
- 30/07/2026
- Last checked
- 30/07/2026
- Job reference
- 39c2e5e2
- Advertised by
- Hays
- Original source
- Adzuna feed · #5792802263
- Expires
- 28/09/2026
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