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Sen Cover Teaching Assistant

United Kingdom, Stockport · Job Posted June 01, 2026
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Considering starting a new career in education? Are you trying to gain valuable experience in the classroom? Are you looking for flexibility in your work? Then being a Cover Supervisor would be a perfect role for you. As a Cover Supervisor, you will manage a classroom, usually at KS3 or KS4 (ages 11-16), supporting students in their learning through prepared work. It is an excellent introduction to working in a secondary school and seeing if teaching is for you! It also makes a great addition to your CV and application for a PGCE! We currently have a high demand for cover supervisors in Schools across Manchester. Other duties will include: Behaviour management; Administer clear instructions and feedback to pupils; Discussing the set work; Delivering engaging lessons; Providing guidance with the set work; Under the direction of the cover manager, supervise pupils in class during the absence of their class teacher. Randstad Education provides: £300 refer a friend scheme (T&C applied); Chances to develop your skill set; Gaining experience in a fast-paced environment; Support network through Randstad and the school team; Seeing your children thrive and achieve their targets; Dedicated consultant at Randstad to help you through the recruitment process and support you during your working career with us. To be considered as a Cover Supervisor you will need: A degree qualification is an advantage; A clear DBS (this can be applied through Randstad); A minimum of grade A-C in English and Maths GCSE or equivalent; Eligibility to work in the UK ( No Sponsorship Provided ).

Job Responsibility

  • Manage a classroom at KS3 or KS4 (ages 11-16)
  • Support students in their learning through prepared work
  • Behaviour management
  • Administer clear instructions and feedback to pupils
  • Discussing the set work
  • Delivering engaging lessons
  • Providing guidance with the set work
  • Under the direction of the cover manager, supervise pupils in class during the absence of their class teacher

Requirements

  • A degree qualification is an advantage
  • A clear DBS (this can be applied through Randstad)
  • A minimum of grade A-C in English and Maths GCSE or equivalent
  • Eligibility to work in the UK ( No Sponsorship Provided )

Nice to have

  • knowledge of curriculum
  • good behaviour management skills
  • good classroom management
  • good communication skills
  • empathy
  • engaging
  • motivated
  • communication

What we offer

  • £300 refer a friend scheme
  • Chances to develop your skill set
  • Gaining experience in a fast-paced environment
  • Support network through Randstad and the school team
  • Seeing your children thrive and achieve their targets
  • Dedicated consultant at Randstad
  • Training and education
  • E-Learning Courses

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