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Cover Supervisor

Job details
Posting date: 25 March 2026
Salary: £100 to £130 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 24 April 2026
Location: Birmingham, West Midlands
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Recruited People
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: CovSup001

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Summary

Cover Supervisor – Secondary Schools
Location: Birmingham
Pay: £100 – £130 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract: Flexible supply / long-term opportunities available
Start Date: Immediate start available

About the Role
Recruited People are looking for confident and reliable Cover Supervisors to support secondary schools across Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers, youth workers or experienced school support staff looking to gain valuable classroom experience.

No teaching qualification is required. You will be provided with lesson materials and will be responsible for supervising pupils and maintaining a focused and positive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities
Supervise classes during teacher absence
Deliver pre-set lesson work to students
Maintain good classroom behaviour and engagement
Follow school behaviour and safeguarding policies
Provide feedback to teaching staff following lessons
Support the smooth running of the school day
Requirements
Essential:

Experience working with young people (education, youth work, coaching or similar)
Confident managing groups of students
Strong communication skills
Professional and reliable approach
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
Right to work in the UK
Desirable:

Degree qualification (ideal for aspiring teachers)
Previous Cover Supervisor experience
Behaviour management training
Experience in secondary schools
What We Offer
Competitive daily rates
Flexible working to suit your availability
Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruiter
Opportunities to gain classroom experience for teacher training pathways
Safeguarding Statement
Recruited People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, reference checks and full compliance screening in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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