Cover Supervisor – Flexible Part‑Time (Northwich & Surrounding)

About the role

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to step into schools as Cover Supervisors on a flexible, part‑time basis. You will gain hands‑on classroom experience without the pressure of lesson planning or marking, supporting secondary schools across Northwich and nearby towns.

Key responsibilities

• Lead lessons in the teacher’s absence, following prepared materials.
• Deliver work that has already been set and keep pupils on task.
• Maintain classroom behaviour and engagement throughout the session.
• Complete a brief handover at the end of each lesson.
• Provide no planning or marking – all resources are supplied.

Required profile

• Experience working with young people (e.g., sports coaching, youth work, drama, art, music workshops, summer camps, scouts, outdoor activity instruction).
• Minimum of two months’ experience engaging with children or teenagers.
• A degree or equivalent qualification is preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to obtain a fully enhanced DBS (support available if needed).

Required skills

What we offer

• Pay up to £500 per week, dependent on experience and school requirements.
• Flexible, on‑site work that fits your lifestyle.
• Opportunities for long‑term or permanent positions.
• Clear progression routes into teaching (PGCE, SCITT, etc.).
• Access to a large network of local secondary schools.
• Friendly, honest support from a Stoke‑on‑Trent based team, with 24/7 contact and easy online timesheets.