As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes of around 25 students in the absence of the class teacher, delivering pre-prepared lessons across various secondary subjects. Subject expertise is not required, as full guidance and support will be provided.
About the roleThis is an excellent opportunity to gain secondary school experience before pursuing teacher training. Prior experience is desirable but not required, and free training is provided for those new to the role.
About the schoolSituated in the heart of Bromley, our independent day school offers a supportive and inspiring environment where students thrive academically and personally. With a strong tradition of academic excellence, we combine high-quality teaching with a rich co-curricular programme in sport, music, and the arts. Our nurturing community encourages confidence, creativity, and resilience—preparing pupils for success in school and beyond.
RequirementsTo be considered for the role of Cover Supervisor - Bromley you will:
- Degree educated
- Passionate about education
- Have or open to obtaining an enhanced DBS
Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:
- Salary will depend on the schools budget allocation towards cover workers.
Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.
About Smart TeachersSmart Teachers 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 Smart Teachers offerAs a valued employee of Smart Teachers, 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.
Smart Teachers 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 applyApply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Sam Tinker on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) #coversupervisor