Long Term Cover Supervisor - Bexleyheath

Job Title: Cover Supervisor Location: Mainstream All-Boys Secondary School
Contract: Full-time  /Long-term (flexible options)
Start Date: ASAP or by agreement
About the Role We are seeking a confident and proactive Cover Supervisor to join a well-established mainstream all-boys secondary school. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong classroom management skills who is passionate about supporting students’ learning and maintaining high standards of behaviour and engagement.
The successful candidate will supervise classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff, ensuring pupils remain on task and follow the work set by the class teacher.
Key Responsibilities

• Supervising whole classes across KS3 and KS4 in the absence of teaching staff
• Delivering pre-planned lessons and ensuring learning objectives are met
• Maintaining a calm, focused, and well-managed classroom environment
• Managing behaviour effectively in line with the school’s behaviour policy
• Promoting positive attitudes towards learning in an all-boys setting
• Supporting pupils with questions and encouraging engagement
• Reporting back to teaching staff on pupil progress and behaviour

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience working with secondary-aged pupils (school-based experience preferred)
• Strong behaviour management and confidence working with boys
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• The ability to engage and motivate students
• A calm, professional, and adaptable approach
• A genuine interest in education and pupil development

Desirable (but not essential):

• Experience as a Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, or Youth Worker
• Experience in a mainstream secondary or all-boys school
• An interest in pursuing teacher training in the future

What the School Offers:

• A supportive leadership and pastoral team
• A well-structured behaviour policy
• Opportunities for professional development
• Valuable classroom experience for aspiring teachers
• A positive and inclusive school environment

Safeguarding Statement This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and relevant safeguarding checks.