Location: Beckfoot School, Beckfoot Oakbank School, Beckfoot Thornton, Beckfoot Upper Heaton
Contract: Part-time and full-time opportunities available
We are seeking reliable and proactive Cover Supervisors to join our secondary schools within the Beckfoot Trust. Beckfoot School, Beckfoot Oakbank School, Beckfoot Thornton, and Beckfoot Upper Heaton are vibrant and inclusive schools committed to creating an environment where every pupil can thrive.
As a Cover Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising classes in the absence of teachers, ensuring that learning continues smoothly and that pupils remain engaged and safe. You will provide structured support, follow lesson plans, and maintain a positive classroom environment, helping pupils to stay on task and achieve their potential.
A key aspect of this role is maintaining order, supporting behaviour management, and ensuring that lessons run effectively in line with school policies. You will also assist in monitoring pupil progress, supporting teachers with feedback, and contributing to the overall learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher, following lesson plans provided
Ensure pupils remain focused, on task, and engaged in learning activities
Maintain high standards of behaviour and promote a positive classroom environment
Support pupils with learning tasks as directed, including SEND pupils where appropriate
Report any behavioural or safeguarding concerns promptly to senior staff
Assist teachers by providing feedback on lesson outcomes and pupil engagement
Work collaboratively with teaching staff and other support staff to maintain continuity of learning
Uphold safeguarding responsibilities and contribute to the welfare of all pupils
What We're Looking For
Experience working with children or young people in a school or educational setting
Strong classroom management skills and the ability to maintain order and engagement
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Reliability, flexibility, and a proactive approach
Awareness of safeguarding and child protection procedures
Ability to follow lesson plans and adapt support to pupil needs
Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to obtain one
How to Apply:
Email us at: for an informal chat, or apply by visiting
Salary description
£92.22 - £160.00 per day