Cover Supervisor - South East London

Aspire People
Lewisham, Greater London

Aspire People is currently recruiting for a confident and adaptable Cover Supervisor to work in a range of secondary schools across South East London. This is a great opportunity for individuals who are passionate about education and are looking to gain valuable classroom experience - perfect for aspiring teachers or those with experience working with young people. Key Responsibilities:

  • Supervise classes during the short-term absence of the regular teacher.
  • Ensure students remain on task with the work set and follow the school's behaviour policies.
  • Provide support where needed, helping to clarify instructions and keep students engaged.
  • Manage classroom behaviour in line with school expectations.
  • Report back to teaching staff on student progress and any issues during cover lessons.
Requirements:
  • Experience working with young people in a school, coaching, or youth work setting.
  • Strong classroom presence and the ability to manage behaviour effectively.
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills.
  • A flexible, reliable, and positive approach.
  • Educated to A-Level or degree level (desirable).
  • Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
Benefits:
  • Competitive daily rate.
  • Flexible work across a variety of local secondary schools.
  • Ideal for gaining experience before starting teacher training.
  • Full support from Aspire People's experienced education consultants.
  • Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions.
If you're confident, enthusiastic, and ready to take on a new challenge in the classroom, we want to hear from you! Apply now with your CV or get in touch with Aspire People for more information. Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks

Posted 2026-09-18

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