Cover Supervisor

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 24 April 2026
LOCATION
Coventry
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£37,700 / year
CATEGORY
Education
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SKILLS

Classroom Management Communication Organisation Adaptability Behaviour Management Lesson Planning

FULL DESCRIPTION

Job Description

Cover Supervisors play a key role in maintaining continuity of learning during teacher absence. Responsibilities include following pre-set lesson plans, managing behaviour, and supporting pupils to remain focused and on task. Confidence, consistency, and clear communication are essential to maintaining a positive learning environment. Supervises lessons using pre-prepared work and guidance. Manages classroom behaviour and engagement. Supports pupils during independent learning tasks. Reports feedback and concerns to teaching staff.

Desired Experience + Qualifications

- Experience in classroom management, ideally within a secondary setting. - Confident communicator with strong organisational skills. - Ability to adapt quickly and maintain calm under pressure. - Positive, reliable, and committed to high standards of learning and behaviour.

About the School

This Outstanding Ofsted-rated Coventry secondary school is known for its academic ambition, creative culture, and strong sense of community. With a diverse student body and a forward-thinking leadership team, the school fosters a culture of excellence built on mutual respect and encouragement. Staff describe it as a place where “everyone is valued and supported,” with professional growth and wellbeing at the forefront of its ethos. The curriculum is innovative, combining strong academic focus with opportunities in sport, science, and the arts. Students take pride in their school, and that enthusiasm is reflected in their engagement and results. If you’re looking for a school that balances structure with inspiration, this is it.

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