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Cover Supervisor
- Posted: 15-05-2026
- Category: Cover Supervisors
- Location: Leicestershire
- Type: Part-time / Temporary
- Salary: £95 - £125 per day
Smile Education are currently recruiting reliable and adaptable Cover Supervisors across the Leicestershire area to support a range of secondary schools on a flexible, day-to-day supply basis.
This role is ideal for individuals who are looking for flexible work within schools, are happy to take bookings at short notice, and enjoy working in different school environments. As a Cover Supervisor, you’ll play an important role in ensuring lessons continue smoothly during teacher absences.
Location: Leicestershire & surrounding areas
Role Type: Flexible / day-to-day supply
Start Date: Immediate and ongoing
Schools: A variety of secondary schools across the area
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervising whole classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff
- Delivering pre-set lesson plans and ensuring students remain on task
- Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies
- Supporting students with their work where required
- Adapting confidently to different schools and classroom settings
Who We’re Looking For:
- Individuals based in or around the Leicestershire area or able to travel locally
- Candidates available for flexible day-to-day work
- Comfortable with morning bookings and short-notice calls
- Confident working with secondary school students
- Previous experience working with young people such as coaching, tutoring, mentoring, youth work, teaching assistant work, or cover supervision
- Strong communication skills and a calm, professional approach
What Smile Education Offers:
- Flexible work to fit around your availability (1–5 days per week)
- Opportunities to gain experience across a range of secondary schools
- Competitive daily rates of pay
- PAYE and Umbrella payment options available
- Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
- Opportunities to move into long-term or permanent school positions
- Access to free CPD and training opportunities
Apply now if you’re looking for flexible Cover Supervisor work across Leicestershire, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today or send your CV to manpreet@smile-education.co.uk highlighting any relevant experience and availability.
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.
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