Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisors - Secondary Alternative Provision - Harrow - Full-time/Part-time , Short/Long-term Options - Start October

We are working with a trust of specialist schools in Harrow who are seeking to recruit for a number of Cover Supervisor staff. We are building a pool; of staff for short term sicknesses and floating roles across the trust as well as a number of full time positions supporting learning for a range of core subjects including Maths, Science, MFL (Spanish and French) and English. If you are a passionate, emotionally intelligent and resilient person with a strong academic background and have a calm and practical approach to challenging situations then a role as a Cover Supervisor could be the stepping stone into a career in education for you.

We are looking for a flexible team (full time and part time positions are available) within an outstanding Secondary Alternative Provision School in Harrow that has a great team environment where staff are highly motivated and supported and where students make excellent progress both academically and socially. Long term positions will be full-time, whilst those seeking flexible working can join their expanding pool of daily short term cover staff.

In each case you will lead prepared work to a small class of around 5 students, many of whom present with challenging behaviours and require a supportive, nurturing, and consistent learning environment.

You will play a vital role in helping students aged 11-16 re-engage with education, develop their confidence, and achieve meaningful outcomes.

Cover Supervisor Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
• Create a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes learning and progress.
• Use a range of behaviour management strategies to support students with social, emotional, and behavioural needs.
• Work closely with teaching assistants, pastoral staff, and external professionals to support student development.
• Track and assess progress, providing constructive feedback and setting achievable targets.

Cover Supervisor Attributes:

• Tutoring/Cover Supervisor experience
• The school welcomes applications from behaviour mentors, experienced tutors and overseas trained teachers who are seeking to gain QTS
• Experience teaching/tutoring core subjects at secondary level (GCSE).
• Previous experience working with students with challenging behaviours or in an alternative provision, PRU, or SEMH setting.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach to teaching.

Cover Supervisor Benefits:

• Rewarding, long-term roles available starting in November.
• Small class sizes (around 5 students) allowing for personalised teaching.
• Excellent support from a dedicated and cooperative staff team.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people.

If this sounds like one of these opportunities could be the perfect role for you as a Cover Supervisor at a secondary provision school in Harrow, please don't hesitate to get in touch!

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%