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Cover Supervisor New


Smile Education

£95 - £125 per day

Loughborough

Temporary | Full Time

11/05/2026

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Are you looking for flexible work within secondary schools? Want to gain classroom experience without the planning and marking commitments of a teaching role?

Smile Education are currently recruiting a Cover Supervisor to support secondary schools across the Loughborough area on both a day-to-day and long-term basis.

Schools are looking for a confident, adaptable individual who can step into the classroom, supervise students, and keep lessons running smoothly during teacher absences. You’ll be covering a variety of subjects across KS3 and KS4 using work already set by the class teacher.

With opportunities available from 2 to 5 days per week, this role can fit around your schedule and availability.

This position is ideal for:

  • Graduates considering a career in teaching
  • Aspiring teachers looking to gain school experience
  • Sports coaches or youth workers
  • Teaching Assistants looking for the next step
  • Anyone with experience working with young people

What the role involves:
  • Supervising lessons across different subject areas
  • Managing classroom behaviour and ensuring students stay on task
  • Supporting students throughout the school day
  • Reporting back to teaching staff at the end of lessons
  • Building positive relationships with students and school staff

Why schools enjoy working with Smile staff:
  • Reliable support staff who can adapt quickly
  • Strong communication and classroom presence
  • Positive attitude and willingness to get involved
  • Flexible availability to support school needs

Why candidates enjoy this role:
  • Flexible working to suit your lifestyle
  • No planning or marking responsibilities
  • Opportunity to experience different school settings
  • Excellent experience for anyone looking to move into teaching
  • Accessible school locations across Loughborough with good transport links and onsite parking available at many schools

What Smile Education offers:
  • Competitive daily rates of pay
  • PAYE and Umbrella payment options
  • Holiday pay at 12.07%
  • Access to free CPD and training opportunities
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
  • Referral bonus scheme up to £200

If you’re looking for flexible work within secondary schools in the Loughborough area, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Smile Education for more information.

Smile Education is committed to safeguarding children. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks including DBS, Barred List, Prohibited List, and qualification checks.

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