Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor - Wigan Immediate Start | Flexible Supply | £120-£160 per day We are currently recruiting for a reliable and confident Cover Supervisor to join a welcoming secondary school in Wigan, with an immediate…

Pay rate £120 – £160/day
Contract type Contract
Posted 7 October 2026

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Cover Supervisor - Wigan

Immediate Start | Flexible Supply | £120-£160 per day

We are currently recruiting for a reliable and confident Cover Supervisor to join a welcoming secondary school in Wigan, with an immediate start available.

The school is looking for someone who is keen to fully commit to the school on a flexible supply basis and become a familiar, trusted face for their pupils. Hours may vary from week to week depending on the school's needs - during busy periods, this could be full-time Monday-Friday, while quieter weeks may involve fewer days or part-day/half-day cover.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building strong relationships within a school and is happy to be flexible when additional cover is required.

The Role

Providing classroom cover for absent teachers across KS3 and KS4
Delivering pre-set work and ensuring pupils remain focused and on task
Maintaining a calm, positive and well-managed classroom environment
Supporting pupils with SEN and challenging behaviour
Managing behaviour confidently and consistently
Following school policies and procedures
Building positive relationships with pupils and becoming a familiar face within the school
Being flexible and willing to support with additional part-day or half-day cover where possible

The Ideal Candidate

The school is particularly interested in candidates who:

Have strong behaviour management skills
Are confident managing challenging behaviour and high-needs pupils
Have a calm, patient and consistent approach
Speak clear, confident English and can communicate instructions effectively
Are reliable, punctual and committed to providing regular cover
Are flexible and willing to work additional hours when required
Are looking to build a long-term relationship with the school rather than working occasional, one-off days
Have previous experience working in a secondary school, as a Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor or similar role

Requirements

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
Two professional references
Previous experience working with young people is desirable
Strong communication and behaviour management skills

What We Offer

£120-£160 per day, depending on experience
Immediate start
Flexible supply work with the opportunity for regular bookings
Potential for full-time hours during busy periods
The opportunity to become a regular and valued member of the school's support team
Ongoing support from your dedicated recruitment consultantIf you are a confident Cover Supervisor looking for regular, flexible work in a Wigan secondary school and feel you could be a great fit, we'd love to hear from you

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