Cover Supervisor

Location: Croydon, South London
Pay: 110-130 per day
Contract Type: Long-term role with genuine potential for permanent placement Start Date: ASAP
Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Wednesday to Friday, term time only (Part-Time) Easily Accessible From: Purley, Sutton, Bromley, Mitcham, Beckenham

An exciting part-time opportunity has arisen for a Cover Supervisor to join a thriving primary academy team in Croydon. Long Term Futures is collaborating with a highly supportive school committed to a consistent, high-quality learning environment. We seek a proactive professional to confidently manage primary classrooms and deliver pre-prepared work.

This crucial part-time position (Wednesday to Friday) offers a secure long-term placement with a strong view to permanent appointment. It is ideal for qualified teachers (QTS/QTLS) and ECT teachers seeking part-time roles, or experienced HLTAs who specialise in PPA cover. You will play a direct part in upholding the school's high standards.

Your Responsibilities:

Supervising classes and managing classroom dynamics during teacher absences, delivering pre-set work across primary subjects.
Encouraging positive behaviour and maintaining an orderly, safe learning environment, following school policy.
Providing guidance to pupils to ensure they remain on task and complete learning objectives.
Reporting back to the class teacher on work completed and any significant incidents.
Collaborating closely with colleagues to maintain a consistent educational approach.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

A relevant teaching qualification (QTS/QTLS), or significant experience as an ECT Teacher or HLTA with substantial PPA cover experience.
The confidence and capability to take sole charge of a primary classroom and implement effective behaviour management strategies.
A robust working knowledge of the primary national curriculum and the ability to work effectively across key stages.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, essential for working effectively with pupils and staff.
An existing enhanced DBS check on the Update Service, or the preparedness to undergo a new application.

Partnering with Long Term Futures and this Croydon school provides:

Access to specialising professional development to refine your classroom management competencies.
A highly supportive and forward-looking school ethos where your dedication is genuinely appreciated.
The stability of consistent, part-time, long-term employment with a genuine prospect of moving to a permanent contract.

How to Apply: Starting Your Journey

If you are a qualified professional keen on securing this rewarding part-time Cover Supervisor role:

Submit your current CV for an immediate review.
Get in touch with Jack, our expert consultant for South London vacancies.
Successfully complete all mandatory compliance checks.
Schedule your interview with the school's leadership team.

Contact Jack at Long Term Futures today for further details or to discuss other exciting opportunities!