Cover Supervisor
| Posting date: | 25 November 2025 |
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| Salary: | £110 to £130 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 December 2025 |
| Location: | cm1 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Teacheractive Limited |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | DMCSCHELM-8985 |
Summary
Are you a confident and adaptable Cover Supervisor looking for your next role in Chelmsford?
Do you enjoy supporting classrooms, keeping lessons running smoothly and helping children stay focused and engaged?
Can you step into different year groups with a calm, positive approach and follow set plans to keep learning on track?
TeacherActive, one of the UK’s largest education recruitment agencies, is working with friendly and supportive Primary Schools across Chelmsford that are looking for Primary Cover Supervisors to join their teams. These schools welcome staff who can build quick rapport, manage the classroom well and ensure pupils feel settled and ready to learn.
The successful candidate will feel confident delivering pre-planned lessons, supervising whole classes and supporting pupils throughout the school day. You’ll work across different year groups, helping maintain a positive learning environment while teachers are absent.
We are looking for Primary Cover Supervisors in Chelmsford who have:
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Experience working in a school setting or leading groups of children
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A confident, supportive manner in the classroom
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Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with staff and pupils
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The ability to follow lesson plans and keep pupils engaged
In return, you can expect:
A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you through an easy onboarding process
Access to our Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply)
CPD courses and certificates through the My-Progression channel
Excellent rates of pay
TeacherActive Referral Scheme – earn up to £100 when you refer a friend (T&Cs apply)
All staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can be confident your tax and National Insurance are handled correctly, with no hidden admin charges.
If you’re interested in this role, click APPLY NOW, and we’ll be in touch.
Email: dan.mumford@teacheractive.com
Contact number: 01245 335533All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.