Cover Supervisor - Secondary Schools

Smile Education Recruitment
Leicester

Cover Supervisor – Secondary Schools
Leicester
£95–£120 per day
Immediate Start | Flexible, Long-Term & Full-Time Opportunities
Are you looking to gain hands-on classroom experience and take the first step into a career in education? Whether you're an aspiring teacher, recent graduate, or experienced youth worker, this is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact in secondary schools.
Smile Education is currently recruiting enthusiastic and reliable Cover Supervisors to work across a range of well-established and supportive secondary schools in Leicester.
The Role
As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a key role in maintaining continuity of learning in the absence of teaching staff. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Delivering pre-planned lessons across a range of subjects
  • Managing classroom behaviour and ensuring students remain on task
  • Supporting students across Key Stages 3 and 4
  • Creating a positive, focused, and inclusive learning environment
  • Gaining valuable experience in different school settings
This role is ideal for those looking to build confidence in the classroom and develop skills for a future teaching career.
About the Schools
You will be working within secondary schools known for their:
  • Supportive leadership teams
  • Strong behaviour management policies
  • Welcoming and inclusive environments
  • Commitment to staff development
These schools value adaptable individuals who can quickly build rapport and maintain a positive classroom atmosphere.
What We’re Looking For
  • Experience working with young people (e.g. education, coaching, youth work)
  • Confidence in managing groups of students
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • A proactive, flexible, and professional approach
  • A genuine interest in education and student development
Why Join Smile Education?
  • Competitive daily pay rates (£95–£120 per day)
  • Flexible work to fit around your availability
  • Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
  • A clear pathway into teacher training and education careers
If you're ready to gain valuable classroom experience and make a meaningful difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today or send your CV to [email protected] to find out more about current opportunities in Leicester.
Reference: SM1LET

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.

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Posted 2026-04-07

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