cover supervisor (part time).

Are you searching for a flexible, part-time secondary school role that fits around your personal commitments?

Do you possess the confidence, presence, and communication skills needed to lead a secondary classroom effectively?

Would you like to build a rewarding, regular relationship with a vibrant secondary academy in the Blackpool area?

If so, Randstad Education has an ideal part-time opportunity for you!

We are currently seeking resilient, proactive Part-Time Cover Supervisors to provide flexible daily and ad-hoc cover at a well-regarded secondary academy in Blackpool.

This role is perfect if you want to work between 1 to 4 days per week on your own terms. As a Cover Supervisor, you will step into Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 classrooms to manage pre-set lessons in the absence of the regular class teacher. Because all lesson content is planned in advance, there is no planning, marking, or post-school administration required-allowing you to focus entirely on effective classroom delivery and pupil engagement.

Whether you are an experienced cover supervisor, a sports coach, a former youth worker, or a graduate building secondary experience, this role offers fantastic flexibility and valuable classroom exposure.

• Take charge of Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 classes, ensuring pre-planned lesson activities are explained and completed efficiently.
• Maintain high standards of classroom discipline by applying the academy's behaviour framework consistently and encouraging positive student effort.
• Circulate the room to keep pupils focused, on task, and working safely.
• Leave comprehensive feedback notes for returning staff regarding lesson progress, attendance, and notable student achievements or issues.
• Uphold strict safeguarding procedures and promote pupil welfare across all activities.

• Confident in setting clear boundaries, commanding respect, and managing challenging behaviour firmly but fairly.
• Able to transition smoothly between different academic departments and age groups at short notice.
• Skilled at building fast, positive rapport with secondary-aged pupils and school staff.
• Able to handle unexpected classroom situations with a calm, level-headed approach.

• Prior experience supervising, mentoring, or leading groups of young people aged 11-16 (e.g. as a Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, Youth Worker, Sports Coach, or Care Worker).
• An enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for a new one through Randstad Education).
• Full legal right to work within the UK.

• Weekly pay processed transparently through PAYE.
• Direct guidance from Kirsty Booth, a former primary teacher who understands the daily realities of school cover.
• Earn £300 in REX Vouchers every time you refer an educator who works with us!
• Access to free online professional development modules to sharpen your classroom management skills.
• Complete control over your weekly working availability.

To apply, simply attach your CV directly to this advert page.

Alternatively, contact Kirsty Booth for further details or an informal chat:

• ✉️ Email: kirsty.booth@randstad.co.uk
• 📞 Direct Phone: 01772259966