Cover Supervisor
- Wigan, Greater Manchester
- Contract·On-site
- Full time
- £120 - £160 Per Day
Job Description
Cover Supervisor - Wigan
Immediate Start | Flexible Supply | £120-£160 per day
We are currently recruiting for a reliable and confident Cover Supervisor to join a welcoming secondary school in Wigan, with an immediate start available.
The school is looking for someone who is keen to fully commit to the school on a flexible supply basis and become a familiar, trusted face for their pupils. Hours may vary from week to week depending on the school's needs - during busy periods, this could be full-time Monday-Friday, while quieter weeks may involve fewer days or part-day/half-day cover.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building strong relationships within a school and is happy to be flexible when additional cover is required.
The Role
Providing classroom cover for absent teachers across KS3 and KS4 Delivering pre-set work and ensuring pupils remain focused and on task Maintaining a calm, positive and well-managed classroom environment Supporting pupils with SEN and challenging behaviour Managing behaviour confidently and consistently Following school policies and procedures Building positive relationships with pupils and becoming a familiar face within the school Being flexible and willing to support with additional part-day or half-day cover where possible
The Ideal Candidate
The school is particularly interested in candidates who:
Have strong behaviour management skills Are confident managing challenging behaviour and high-needs pupils Have a calm, patient and consistent approach Speak clear, confident English and can communicate instructions effectively Are reliable, punctual and committed to providing regular cover Are flexible and willing to work additional hours when required Are looking to build a long-term relationship with the school rather than working occasional, one-off days Have previous experience working in a secondary school, as a Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor or similar role
Requirements
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one Two professional references Previous experience working with young people is desirable Strong communication and behaviour management skills
What We Offer
£120-£160 per day, depending on experience Immediate start Flexible supply work with the opportunity for regular bookings Potential for full-time hours during busy periods The opportunity to become a regular and valued member of the school's support team Ongoing support from your dedicated recruitment consultantIf you are a confident Cover Supervisor looking for regular, flexible work in a Wigan secondary school and feel you could be a great fit, we'd love to hear from you


