Cover Supervisor (Hounslow)

We are looking for a Cover Supervisor to join Lift Kingsley and play an important role in keeping students learning when their usual teacher is absent. You'll lead lessons using prepared materials, support students with their work and help create a calm, positive classroom where students can stay focused and engaged.

About the role

As a Cover Supervisor, you'll be a familiar and trusted adult who keeps learning on track when teachers are absent. You'll guide students through lessons, support them with their work, and help create a calm and focused space where everyone can learn. Does that sound like something you'd enjoy?

Key responsibilities

• Guide students through pre-prepared lesson materials, answering questions and offering support
• Create a positive and orderly learning environment where students can focus and achieve
• Support students with SEND to understand tasks and meet their individual goals
• Use a variety of approaches to encourage good behaviour, in line with our behaviour policy
• Provide feedback to teachers on how students got on during the lesson
• Complete attendance registers and help with supervision during break times when needed

We are looking for someone who

Is keen to be in a classroom but not necessarily a qualified teacher, but you should have GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4 or equivalent) and some background working with children or young people. Can you stay calm under pressure and adapt quickly to different subjects and age groups? We value patience, empathy and the ability to build positive relationships with all students. If you can manage challenging situations with professionalism and care, we'd love to hear from you. Are you someone who listens, communicates clearly, and works well as part of a team?

About Lift Kingsley

We're incredibly proud of our students' achievements and the rapid progress our school has made. Our warm, supportive environment, excellent teaching, and strong relationships help students achieve well above national averages. We foster kindness, courage, and curiosity, enabling every student to grow in character and excel academically.

Rated Good in all areas (Ofsted 2025), Lift Kingsley is a transformed, ambitious school at the heart of its community. We prepare students for university and beyond through high expectations and a culture of aspiration

Who is Lift Schools?

Lift Schools is made up of 62 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 35,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives - and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.

How we support you

We want you to feel supported, valued and able to grow throughout your career with Lift Schools. From high-quality professional development and career progression to wellbeing support and opportunities to connect and collaborate across our network, we invest in you so you can do your best work.

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