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Cover Supervisor

  • Posted: 07-09-2026
  • Category: Cover Supervisors
  • Location: Telford
  • Type: Full-time / Permanent
  • Salary: £110 - £130 per day
Smile Education are currently recruiting for a confident and adaptable Cover Supervisor to work across secondary schools in Shrewsbury and the surrounding areas.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people and is looking for flexible work within education. The role would suit an aspiring teacher, experienced Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant or anyone with previous experience supporting young people.
Flexibility is a key benefit of working with Smile Education. Whether you're looking for full-time work, a few days a week or occasional cover, we can offer opportunities to suit your availability. You'll have the chance to work across a range of schools, gain valuable experience and have greater control over your working week.
As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff, deliver pre-prepared work and ensure students remain focused, engaged and on task.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Supervising classes and delivering pre-prepared work.
  • Maintaining a positive and purposeful learning environment.
  • Managing classroom behaviour effectively.
  • Supporting students to remain focused and engaged.
  • Providing feedback to teaching staff where required.
The School Are Looking For
  • Previous experience working with children or young people.
  • A confident and professional classroom presence.
  • Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
  • The ability to work across different subjects and year groups.
  • A flexible, reliable and adaptable approach.
Why Work With Smile Education?
Smile Education has a strong track record of supporting education professionals across the region. We offer flexible opportunities to suit your availability, whether you're looking for regular work or occasional cover.
You'll receive support from a dedicated consultant, access to training and CPD opportunities, and the chance to work across a range of established schools in Shrewsbury and the surrounding area.
Safeguarding
Smile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be required to complete the necessary compliance and safeguarding checks, including DBS, Barred List, Prohibited List and qualification checks where applicable.
If you're a confident, adaptable and reliable individual looking for flexible Cover Supervisor work in Shrewsbury, we'd love to hear from you.

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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