Secondary School Cover Supervisor

About the role

First Call Employment is building a pool of reliable Cover Supervisors for a secondary school in Horsham, ahead of the new academic year. You'll supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher, delivering pre‑set work and keeping lessons on track — no planning, no marking. Bookings range from same‑day cover to longer‑term placements, so this suits anyone who wants flexible work on their terms: pick up days that fit your week, with the option of extended bookings when they arise.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise whole classes during short‑term teacher absence, delivering work set by the school.
• Manage classroom behavior in line with the school's behavior policy.
• Take registers, maintain a safe and orderly learning environment, and report back on the lesson.
• Support the wider school day where required.

Required profile

• Experience working with young people in a school, youth, sports coaching or similar setting (cover supervision or TA experience a strong advantage).
• Confident classroom presence and solid behavior management.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one (guidance provided).
• Two professional references and the right to work in the UK.

What we offer

• Competitive daily rates – £95–£115, above the local average.
• Weekly pay, PAYE, no umbrella deductions.
• 24‑hour support line – a real person, whenever you need us.
• Consistent work from September through a dedicated local consultant.
• Free registration and full compliance support.