Unqualified Cover Supervisor – Lancaster Secondary Schools

About the role

Veritas Education is seeking enthusiastic individuals to work as Unqualified Cover Supervisors in secondary schools across Lancaster. This role offers a practical entry point into the education sector, allowing you to support teachers and engage pupils while gaining valuable classroom experience.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver pre‑planned work and activities when the class teacher is absent.
• Maintain classroom discipline and keep students focused on learning tasks.
• Provide support to pupils across a range of subjects and year groups throughout the school day.
• Adapt to different school environments and collaborate with staff to ensure smooth lesson delivery.

Required profile

• Confident, reliable and able to build rapport with young people.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with children or young adults is desirable but not mandatory.
• Graduates and aspiring teachers are especially encouraged to apply.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive daily rates of £100‑£120.
• Flexible full‑time or part‑time schedules to match your availability.
• Potential for long‑term or permanent positions based on performance.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant and access to a wide network of schools.