Cover Supervisor

ZEST EDUCATION LTD · Derby, East Midlands

Cover Supervisor at ZEST EDUCATION LTD, based in Derby, East Midlands. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Derby, East Midlands
Contract
Permanent
Posted
2 weeks ago
Closes
23 Aug 2026
Sector
Cover Supervisor

Reference https://www.zesteducation.co.uk/?post_type=job_listing&p=56292

About the role

Cover Supervisor

Are you looking for a role where you can positively impact young people’s education? Join Zest Education as a Cover Supervisor and help maintain a productive learning environment in schools across Derby.

Your Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will:

  • Supervise classes during teacher absences, ensuring students stay engaged and on task.
  • Deliver pre-prepared lesson plans confidently.
  • Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
  • Support students’ learning and encourage participation.

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers, or anyone with strong communication skills who enjoys working with young people.

What We’re Looking For

  • Confidence and adaptability in a classroom setting.
  • Strong organisational and communication skills.
  • Experience working with young people (desirable but not essential).
  • No formal teaching qualification required – full guidance provided.

Why Choose Zest Education?

  • Local Expertise: We work closely with schools across Derby to find the right fit for you.
  • Flexible Work: Choose assignments that suit your schedule.
  • Supportive Team: Our experienced consultants guide you every step of the way.
  • Competitive Pay: We value your time and commitment.
  • Career Development: Gain classroom experience and access training to boost your career in education.

Apply today and start making an impact in Derby schools!

If you are interested in this position or want to find out more, email Secondary at [email removed] or ‘apply for job’ at the top of the page to submit your details.

Zest Education are an APSCo audited agency and are dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks prior to clearance for work.

Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years within a school that teaches the British Curriculum) and/or care-based experience within the last 5 years.

The role advertised is for temporary supply work.

We receive new jobs and positions on a daily basis so keep up to date with us on our social media pages too:

Website: https://www.zesteducation.co.uk/

Twitter: @Zest_Education

Facebook: https://en-gb.facebook.com/ZESTEDUCATION

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/zest-education/

Zest Education – small consultancy friendliness with big agency experience.

Reference: https://www.zesteducation.co.uk/?post_type=job_listing&p=56292 · Posted 2 weeks ago · Closes 23 Aug 2026 · Listed via ZEST EDUCATION LTD

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