Philosophy Education Ltd
This is an exciting opportunity to inspire young people, develop your classroom presence, and gain valuable experience – all while maintaining the flexibility you need to pursue your creative career.
Why Creatives Make Great Cover Supervisors
Your performing and creative background gives you unique strengths that transfer perfectly into schools:
- Confidence in engaging and motivating groups of young people.
- Excellent communication skills and adaptability.
- The ability to think on your feet and bring energy to every interaction.
- A creative approach to problem-solving and relationship building.
The Role
As a Cover Supervisor, you’ll be based in a secondary school (11 – 18 year olds). You will lead classes during teacher absence, ensuring students remain on task, managing behaviour, and creating a calm, focused learning environment. This is a key role within secondary schools, as almost every school relies on cover supervisors to ensure continuity of learning.
Working as a Cover Supervisor is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in a secondary school setting while enjoying flexible working hours.
Requirements:
You do not need any formal qualifications to be a Cover Supervisor, but you will need to get an Enhanced DBS certificate to work with children (we can offer assistance if you need to apply). You will also need to provide professional or academic references covering the past two years.
Apply Now
If you’re ready to use your creativity and communication skills to inspire the next generation, apply today to become a Cover Supervisor. This is your chance to bring your talents into the classroom, support young people, and gain rewarding experience alongside your creative career.
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