Cover Supervisor

Permanent part-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference EH-COV-0704_1775546730
Closing date May 7, 2026
Location Darlington, United Kingdom
Type Part-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Cover Supervisor

Location: Stockton-on-Tees Start Date: ASAP Contract: Long-term supply Pay: £100-£150 p/day

Are you passionate about working with young people and making a positive impact in a school setting? A welcoming and inclusive mixed secondary school in Stockton-on-Tees is looking to appoint a confident, adaptable Cover Supervisor to join their team on a long‑term basis.

The Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will:

  • Deliver pre-prepared work to classes in the absence of the teacher
  • Maintain a positive learning environment and manage classroom behaviour
  • Support students aged 11-16 with their learning and engagement
  • Build strong relationships with pupils and staff
  • Contribute to the school's ethos as an enthusiastic and reliable member of the team

    • This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain more experience in a secondary school environment-ideal for future teachers or those passionate about youth development.

    Who We're Looking For

    We'd love to hear from you if you have experience working with young people in any of the following areas:

  • Sports coaching
  • Youth work or Support work
  • Community or mentoring roles
  • Classroom or SEN support
  • Other roles involving leadership or guidance of young people

    • You must also be:

  • Confident in managing behaviour
  • Adaptable and proactive
  • Able to engage and motivate students
  • Available for a long‑term placement starting immediately

    • Requirements

  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one through us)
  • Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
  • At least 6 months' experience working with children or young people

    • Please apply below or get in touch with Ed Hyland at ehyland@veritas-education.com

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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