Cover Supervisor
Job Role: Cover Supervisor
Location: Chichester
Pay: £100 – £120 per day
Hours: 8:00am – 4:00pm
Contract Type: Full Time
Start Date: September 26
Are you a confident, enthusiastic individual looking to make a real difference in the classroom? Supply Desk is seeking a motivated Cover Supervisor to join a friendly and supportive secondary school in Chichester. If you enjoy working with young people and are passionate about helping them succeed, this could be the perfect role for you.
The Role
We are looking for a proactive Cover Supervisor to oversee classes across KS3 and KS4 in the absence of the regular classroom teacher. This full-time role begins September 26 and has the potential to become permanent for the right candidate. Your role will involve managing the classroom, delivering pre-prepared work, and ensuring students remain focused, engaged, and motivated.
About Us
Supply Desk is a trusted education recruitment agency dedicated to connecting schools with committed, inspiring staff. We pride ourselves on providing excellent support, strong school partnerships, and genuine opportunities for professional growth.
About the School
This welcoming and well-resourced school in Chichester is known for its inclusive values, strong leadership team, and commitment to delivering a high-quality education for all students. Staff and pupils benefit from a positive, nurturing environment where everyone feels respected and supported.
What We’re Looking For
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Confidence in leading a classroom and supporting young people
• A positive, adaptable, and proactive approach
• Experience in a school environment is beneficial but not essential
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
Key Responsibilities
• Supervise classes and deliver set lesson plans
• Support student behaviour, focus, and progress
• Build positive relationships with students and staff
• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and well-managed learning environment
• Follow school policies and behaviour management procedures
Benefits of Working With Supply Desk
• Competitive rates of pay
• A dedicated consultant offering ongoing support
• Access to CPD and training to help you develop
• Flexible roles tailored to your experience and goals
• Opportunities for long-term placements and career progression
• £100 referral bonus for recommending a friend
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children’s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.
To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days-you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles.