Cover Supervisor

Permanent full-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference CoverSupBD_1792170004
Closing date November 16, 2026
Location Bradford, United Kingdom
Type Full-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Cover Supervisor - Secondary School

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The Role

We are working in partnership with a secondary school in the Bradford area who are looking to appoint a confident and reliable Cover Supervisor to join their team on a full-time basis.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to gain further experience within secondary education. The successful candidate will supervise classes during teacher absence, ensuring pupils remain focused, engaged and on task with work that has already been set.

The role would suit an experienced Cover Supervisor, graduate considering a career in teaching, or someone with strong experience working with young people.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise classes across KS3 and KS4 in the absence of the regular teacher
  • Deliver pre-planned work across a range of subjects
  • Manage classroom behaviour effectively and consistently
  • Ensure pupils remain engaged and complete the work provided
  • Follow the school's behaviour and safeguarding policies
  • Provide feedback to teaching staff following lessons
  • Support pupils with their learning where appropriate
  • Build positive and professional relationships with pupils and staff

    • The Ideal Candidate

  • Previous experience working with secondary-aged pupils is desirable
  • Confident managing groups of young people
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Calm, resilient and able to manage challenging behaviour
  • Reliable, professional and adaptable
  • Graduates considering a future career in teaching are encouraged to apply
  • Willing to complete all required safeguarding and compliance checks

    • Why Apply?

  • Full-time, long-term opportunity
  • Excellent experience for aspiring teachers
  • Supportive secondary school environment
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Ongoing support from your dedicated education consultant
  • Further opportunities available across Bradford and West Yorkshire

    • Apply Today

    If you're an experienced Cover Supervisor, graduate or education professional looking for your next opportunity in Bradford, we'd be keen to hear from you.

    Apply today for further information about the school and position.

    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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