Location
Havering
Industry sector
Education
Job type
Contract | Full Time
Job start date
02/03/2026
Posted date
04/02/2026
Closing date
25/02/2026
Cover Supervisor - Havering
Are you a Graduate seeking practical experience working with children?
Are you considering a career in Teaching and would like to gain paid experience?
Are you currently working as a Cover Supervisor in a permanent role but would like to work on a flexible basis with days that suit you?
If yes, we are seeking a committed and resilient Cover Supervisor in the Havering area (able to travel between Hornchurch, Upminster, Harold Hill etc) to join a supportive secondary school in Havering, Essex. The role involves teaching subjects set to you for each day, manage the classroom ensuring the students receive their full education an stay on task during each day. This will be booked for a fixed term period to cover for maternity leave and so on.
Role: Cover Supervisor
Pay: £100 - £130 per day
Start: ASAP
Location: Havering
Interviews: Interviews are taking place ASAP
The Role:
* Supervising / covering lessons already planned and set for a class.
Managing pupil behaviour for any class you are assigned cover with and implement schools behaviour policy if required.
Be flexible and able to provide cover across a range of subjects and key stages.
Be able to provide 1:1 support and answer questions about processes and procedures in line with the school policy.
Keeping pupils on task to complete their work.
What we expect from you:
* Good numeracy/literacy skills/GCSE grade C/NVQ3 (or equivalent) in Maths and English
* Proficient use of technology and understanding of its use in supporting effective teaching and learning
* Ability to work consistently, prioritise and delegate appropriately, to handle pressure and to work to deadlines
* Ability to communicate clearly and sensitively, both orally and in writing, with pupils, parents/carers and staff
* Ability to work in a team, collaboratively with other staff
* Willingness to develop own understanding and capability through advice and training
* Awareness and commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expecting all staff to share this commitment
* Knowledge of the needs of SEN students in academic surroundings.
What's next? Click "Apply Now" or contact Ellie from Academics, Chelmsford!