Cover Supervisor

Location: Sunderland
Agency: Milk Education
Role Type: Flexible (Daily, Short-Term, or Long-Term Opportunities Available)

Are you enthusiastic, adaptable, and passionate about making a difference in education? Milk Education is looking to recruit a confident and inspiring Cover Supervisor to join one of our partner secondary schools in Sunderland.

This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to gain hands-on classroom experience, support students' learning journeys, and build a rewarding career in education.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a key role in maintaining continuity of learning when teachers are absent. You'll supervise pre-set lessons, support student engagement, and help uphold a positive, structured learning environment.

• Supervise Lessons: Manage a classroom and deliver pre-prepared lesson plans in the teacher's absence.

• Maintain Behaviour: Uphold school behaviour policies and ensure students remain on task.

• Support Learning: Assist students with understanding lesson objectives and ensure tasks are completed.

• Monitor Progress: Track student participation and provide feedback to teaching staff on engagement and any issues that arise.

• Safeguard Students: Prioritise student welfare and follow safeguarding procedures at all times.

• Communicate Effectively: Liaise with teaching and support staff, providing feedback on lessons and student behaviour.

• Classroom Preparation: Ensure the classroom is left organised and ready for the next session.

• Policy Adherence: Follow all school policies including safeguarding, health & safety, and attendance protocols.

• Previous experience as a Cover Supervisor in a secondary school setting is essential

• A current enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one

• Confident and proactive in a classroom environment

• Adaptable, reliable, and resilient under pressure

• Committed to supporting the education and well-being of young people

• A strong communicator and positive role model

Milk Education is a purpose-driven, eco-conscious education recruitment agency that puts people first. We pride ourselves on our refreshing approach, traditional values, and commitment to making a positive impact on schools, students, and staff.

• Excellent daily pay rates

• Free, ready-to-go lesson plans

• Access to free CPD and training opportunities

• 24/7 personal consultant s