Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor - Northampton
Start Date: April or May 2026 | Full-Time or Part-Time | Long-Term with Permanent Potential
Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire

Are you looking to start a rewarding role in education this April or May?
Would you like to gain hands-on classroom experience with the opportunity to secure a long-term or permanent position?

We are working in partnership with a range of welcoming and supportive secondary schools across Northampton, who are seeking confident, reliable, and adaptable Cover Supervisors to start in April or May 2026.

Schools are offering both full-time and part-time opportunities, with long-term placements that can lead to permanent roles for the right individuals.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a key role in ensuring continuity of learning by supervising pre-prepared lessons during teacher absence. You will help maintain a positive and focused classroom environment, ensuring students remain engaged and on task throughout the lesson.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervising pre-set lessons across KS3 and KS4
Managing classroom behaviour and promoting a positive learning environment
Delivering clear instructions to students and ensuring they stay on task
Supporting students with lesson activities where appropriate
Providing feedback to teaching staff regarding student engagement and behaviour

The Ideal Candidate Will:

Have experience working with young people (school-based experience desirable but not essential)
Be confident managing a classroom and maintaining positive behaviour
Be professional, proactive, and adaptable in different school environments
Be open to both full-time and part-time opportunities
Show a genuine interest in education and long-term progression within schools
Have strong communication and interpersonal skills

What You'll Gain:

Flexible working options to suit your availability
Long-term placements in supportive Northampton secondary schools
Competitive weekly pay
Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
Free access to CPD including safeguarding and behaviour management training
Clear pathways into permanent school-based roles and career progressionIf you're motivated, resilient, and ready to step into a school environment where you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact us to find out more about Cover Supervisor opportunities in Northampton starting April or May 2026