Cover Supervisor

Permanent full-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference CSPERM26_1781772627
Closing date July 18, 2026
Location South East London, United Kingdom
Type Full-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Cover Supervisor - Secondary School | Bermondsey AreaSeptember 2026 Start | Fixed-Term Contract

Our education recruitment agency is currently recruiting a Cover Supervisor for a successful secondary school in the Bermondsey area.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous school-based experience who enjoys working with young people and supporting learning in the classroom.

Salary

  • Actual salary: £26,887 - £28,476
  • LGPS Pension Scheme and additional employee benefits

    • Contract

  • 12-month fixed-term contract
  • 37.5 hours per week
  • Term time only (38 weeks per year)
  • Start date: September 2026

    • Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise classes during teacher absences
  • Deliver and oversee pre-set lesson work
  • Maintain positive classroom behaviour
  • Support students with learning activities
  • Take registers and report absences
  • Liaise with teaching staff to ensure lessons run smoothly
  • Provide administrative or student support when required

    • Requirements

  • A Levels or equivalent qualifications
  • Experience working with young people aged 11-16
  • Previous experience in a school or educational setting
  • Good behaviour management and communication skills
  • Knowledge of SEN and learning barriers is desirable
  • Strong organisational skills and a proactive approach

    • This role is ideal for experienced Cover Supervisors, Teaching Assistants looking to progress, or graduates considering a career in teaching.

    Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity in the Bermondsey area.

    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.'

    Apply now