Secondary Cover Supervisor

Job Title: Secondary Cover Supervisor | Chelmsford

Salary/Rate: £110 - £120 per day

Location: Central Chelmsford, Essex

Start Date: Immediate / Upcoming Term

Are you looking to gain valuable classroom experience or seeking flexible work in a supportive secondary academy?

Randstad Education is currently partnering with a highly regarded, high-performing secondary academy in Central Chelmsford to recruit proactive and adaptable Cover Supervisors. This role is ideal for graduates aspiring to enter teaching, experienced youth workers, or sports coaches who excel at leading groups of young people.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise whole classes across Key Stages 3 and 4 in the absence of their regular subject teachers.

• Deliver pre-set work provided by the department, ensuring pupils stay focused and on task.

• Maintain effective classroom management and a positive learning environment in line with school policies.

• Collect completed work at the end of the lesson and provide handover notes for returning staff.

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience working with children or young adults aged 11-16 (e.g., coaching, youth work, tutoring, or classroom support).

• Confident communication skills and strong classroom presence.

• Degree qualification is preferred (ideal for aspiring teachers / ECT preparation), but relevant experience is fully considered.

• Active Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or readiness to process one immediately).

Why Work with Randstad Education?

• Framework Transparency: Guaranteed clear pay rates governed by official GCA framework terms.

• Flexible Working: Choose between full-time block bookings or flexible daily cover.

• App & Tech Support: Log availability and approve timesheets easily via our dedicated mobile app.

How to Apply

Please apply immediately with your CV or contact Riya at [email removed] for more information. We are the UK market leader for recruitment in education. We have nearly two decades of experience helping teachers and support staff find temporary and permanent roles in schools, colleges, and nurseries. We partner with over 2,500 schools each week, supporting more than 135,000 children every day across the country, which allows us to find the right match for your skills.

experience

Non Teaching

skills

good behaviour management skills

education

high school