Do you enjoy supporting young people in their learning and helping maintain a positive school environment?

Vision for Education are currently recruiting Cover Supervisors in Telford to work across a range of secondary schools in the area.

About the role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher, ensuring students remain engaged and on task. You will help maintain high standards of behaviour, support learning across a variety of subjects, and provide continuity in students’ education.

This role is ideal for individuals seeking flexibility, varied experience across different school settings, or a pathway into teaching. Whether you're looking for daily supply, short-term placements, or long-term opportunities, Vision for Education can support your career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise classes across Key Stages 3–5 following lesson plans provided by teaching staff
• Maintain student engagement, behaviour, and safety
• Support learning by assisting students with tasks where appropriate
• Adapt to the needs of different classes and school environments
• Report back to teaching staff on student progress and behaviour

About the school

You will have the opportunity to work across a variety of secondary schools in Telford, ranging from smaller community schools to larger academies.

These schools are typically:

• Supportive and welcoming environments with experienced leadership teams
• Focused on improving student outcomes and engagement
• Equipped with well-resourced classrooms and structured schemes of work
• Committed to maintaining high standards of behaviour and inclusion

Long-term placements may offer the chance to become a key part of the department, contributing to school life beyond classroom supervision.

Requirements

• Experience working in a school or education environment (essential)
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow lesson plans and support student learning effectively
• Flexibility and adaptability across different school settings
• A genuine interest in supporting young people’s development

Why work for Vision for Education

• Flexible work to suit your lifestyle and commitments
• Opportunities in a variety of Stoke-on-Trent secondary schools
• Competitive daily pay rates
• Long-term and permanent opportunities available
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your journey

About Vision for Education

Vision For Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Vision for Education offer

As a valued employee of Vision For Education, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria)
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period)
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars, and safeguarding and child protection updates
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support

Vision For Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Justine Matthews on 01782 987 640 or email [email protected].

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