Daily Cover Supervisor

Permanent part-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference D2DCS_1771484414
Closing date March 21, 2026
Location Wakefield, United Kingdom
Type Part-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Veritas Education are seeking confident, adaptable, and reliable Cover Supervisors to work on a daily supply basis across secondary schools in the Wakefield area. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain classroom experience, support local schools, and play a vital role in maintaining continuity of learning.

About the Role

As a Daily Cover Supervisor, you will:

  • Supervise pre-planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher.
  • Manage classroom behaviour and ensure students remain on task with the work set.
  • Deliver instructions clearly and support pupils in understanding the lesson content.
  • Maintain a positive, calm, and structured learning environment.
  • Work across a range of subjects and year groups in line with school needs.

    • This role is ideal for graduates, aspiring teachers, teaching assistants looking to step up, or anyone with strong classroom management skills.

    What We're Looking For

    We welcome applications from candidates who have:

  • Experience working with young people (schools, youth work, sports coaching, tuition, etc.).
  • Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
  • Confidence in leading a classroom and engaging students.
  • A flexible and proactive approach to daily supply work.
  • A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students, following DfE guidelines.

    • Why Work with Veritas Education?

  • Competitive day rates.
  • Flexible work-choose the days that suit you.
  • Opportunities to gain valuable school-based experience.
  • Local placements within Wakefield secondary schools.
  • A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support and guidance.

    • How to Apply

    If you are looking for flexible, rewarding work in secondary education and want to support schools across Wakefield, we'd love to hear from you.

    Please apply with your CV or contact Tom at Veritas Education for further information.

    0113 403 2200tbrady@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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