Cover Supervisor - Secondary Schools

We are seeking confident, reliable individuals to support secondary schools in maintaining continuity of learning during teacher absences. This role requires professionalism, clear communication, and the ability to manage a classroom environment effectively.

Working across a network of secondary schools, you will deliver pre-set lessons, ensure students remain engaged, and uphold school expectations. This is not a teaching role; instead, it focuses on supervision, behaviour management, and providing a consistent, supportive presence in the classroom.

Key responsibilities:

Delivering pre-prepared lessons across a range of subjects
Maintaining a focused and orderly classroom environment
Managing behaviour in line with school policies
Supporting students in completing assigned workWho we're looking for:

We welcome applications from individuals with a range of backgrounds, particularly:

Graduates considering a career in education who are looking to gain practical classroom experience
Former or current support staff (e.g. teaching assistants, learning mentors) ready to take on more responsibility
Youth workers, sports coaches, or community leaders with experience engaging and managing young peopleWhat matters most is your ability to:

Communicate clearly and confidently with young people
Establish authority and maintain a calm, controlled environment
Adapt quickly to different classrooms and school settings
Approach behaviour management in a consistent and professional mannerWhy consider this role:

Valuable, hands-on experience in secondary school settings
Flexible working arrangements to suit your availability
Opportunity to build on existing experience with young people
No lesson planning or marking responsibilitiesWho this role would suit:
Individuals who are confident, organised, and comfortable leading a classroom. Whether you are exploring teaching as a career or building on existing experience working with young people, this role offers a practical and rewarding next step.

Why Join Tradewind?

Competitive weekly pay
Access to over 2,500 free CPD courses through The National College
Full interview preparation and ongoing support
In-house payroll - no umbrella companies
Flexible holiday pay options
Free networking and social eventsLooking to make a difference? We'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your most recent CV