The Role

Value Education are currently recruiting experienced and enthusiastic Cover Supervisors to work across welcoming secondary schools in Tameside and the surrounding areas.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident education professional who enjoys working with young people and wants the flexibility of supply work, with opportunities for regular bookings and longer-term placements.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher, ensuring students remain focused, engaged and on task while following pre-prepared lesson plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise classes across KS3 and KS4.
• Deliver pre-set lesson plans and learning activities.
• Maintain a calm, positive and productive classroom environment.
• Manage behaviour in line with school policies.
• Support students with their learning and encourage positive engagement.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff following lessons.
• Adapt quickly to different schools, subjects and year groups.
• Maintain high standards of professionalism and safeguarding.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Experienced working with young people, ideally within a secondary school setting.
• Confident managing a classroom independently.
• Calm, approachable and consistent when managing behaviour.
• Reliable, punctual and adaptable.
• Able to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Passionate about supporting young people and education.

Why Work with Value Education?

• Competitive daily rates of up to £140 per day.
• Weekly pay through PAYE or Umbrella.
• Flexible work to suit your availability.
• Access to regular and long-term bookings.
• Dedicated consultant who understands your preferences and career goals.
• Opportunities across Tameside, Oldham, and Greater Manchester.
• Support with compliance and onboarding.
• Access to relevant training and professional development.
• Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent positions.
• A straightforward, supportive approach with no pressure to accept unsuitable assignments.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or young people.
• Previous secondary school experience is desirable.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Two suitable professional references.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Apply now with your CV and a member of the Value Education team will be in touch.