Cover supervisor Job at Randstad (Sutton)

Cover supervisor

Randstad

Location:
United Kingdom , Sutton

Category:
Education

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Job Description:

Randstad Education is proud to partner with a high-achieving Multi-Academy Trust with schools across London and Surrey. We are seeking a reliable and adaptable Cover Supervisor to support their secondary school sites located in or near Sutton. This is the perfect role for someone who thrives on variety and is looking for a foot in the door at one of the UK's most respected educational networks. As an 'on-the-day' specialist, you will be the hero who steps in to ensure learning never stops in one of London's top-performing educational boroughs.

Job Responsibility:

Be available for early morning calls (7:00 AM - 8:00 AM) for same-day cover in the Bexley area
Deliver pre-prepared lessons across the curriculum (Maths to Music, Science to Sociology)
Ensure the school's behavior policy is followed, maintaining a calm and productive environment
Work alongside a supportive school leadership team within the MAT framework

Requirements:

Ultimate Flexibility: This role is specifically for those who can accept bookings on short notice
Presence: A confident, 'take-charge' personality with the ability to build rapport quickly with teenagers
Background: Experience working with children (coaching, youth work, or tutoring) is highly desirable
Compliance: An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one)

Nice to have:

121 teaching experience
ability to communicate with parents
ability to work well under pressure
able to inspire
be a role model
building rapport with children
career driven
communication
effective discipline
empathy
engaging
excellent time management
FMS experience
good behaviour management skills
good classroom management
good communication skills
good sense of humour
high expectations
keen to contribute to the life of the school
key stage 3 experience
key stage 4 experience
key stage 5 experience
knowledge of A-level specification
knowledge of curriculum
knowledge of GCSE specification
knowledge of subject
motivated
partake in extra curricular activities
passion for education
SEN experience
set clear objectives
SIMS experience
sixth form experience
teaching assistant experience
team player
work well autonomously
years 7-11 experience

What we offer:

Weekly Pay: Competitive rates paid via PAYE
Flexibility: Work the days that suit your schedule
Trust Access: Exclusive first-look at long-term and permanent roles within our partner MATs
Smart Phone App: Pick up shifts whenever and wherever
Refer-a-Friend: Earn £300 in vouchers for every teacher or support staff member you refer to us

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 16, 2026

Expiration:
April 18, 2026

Work Type:

On-site work

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