Cover Teacher / Cover Supervisor
| Company: | TeacherActive Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £120 to £140 a day |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | TA10 |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 12 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 11 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Job Title: Cover Supervisor
Location: Somerset
Start Date: September
Salary: £120 - £140 per day
• Do you have previous experience working with children or young people and want to take your first step into teaching?
• Are you considering teacher training and looking for flexible, hands-on classroom experience that works around your schedule?
• Are you an overseas-trained teacher looking to gain valuable experience in UK secondary schools and build your knowledge of the UK education system?
TeacherActive is proud to be working with supportive secondary schools across Somerset, including areas such as Taunton, Bridgwater and Glastonbury who are looking to appoint confident and enthusiastic Cover Supervisors. These schools provide positive and welcoming learning environments where staff can develop their classroom experience, build relationships with students and gain valuable experience within UK education.
We are looking for Cover Supervisors for flexible, day-to-day temporary cover, with the freedom to work anywhere from 1 to 5 days per week depending on your availability. As a Cover Supervisor, you will deliver pre-planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher, manage classroom behaviour and keep students engaged with their learning, with opportunities for successful candidates to progress into longer-term school roles.
The successful Cover Supervisor will have:
• Previous experience working with children or young people, including within childcare, education, coaching or a similar setting
• Overseas teaching experience is welcomed for candidates looking to gain UK classroom experience
• Confidence leading groups of secondary-aged students and delivering pre-planned work
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills
• The ability to build positive relationships with students and school staff
• A proactive, adaptable approach and genuine interest in developing a career within education
In return for the above you can expect to receive:
• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Flexibility to work 1 to 5 days per week around your existing schedule and commitments
• Tailored CPD Courses to support as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend
Terms and Conditions apply
Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.
Whether you have previous childcare experience and are considering a move into teaching, are exploring teacher training, or are an overseas-trained teacher looking to gain UK school experience, this flexible Cover Supervisor opportunity is a great way to build your confidence in the classroom. With the option to work from 1 to 5 days per week and the potential for day-to-day cover to lead to longer-term roles, you can develop your experience at a pace that suits you.
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EMAIL:
michelle.kelly@teacheractive.com
CONTACT NUMBER: 0117 2232200
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.
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