Job description
Primary Cover Supervisor
Location: Thanet, Kent
Salary: £100 - £115 per day (depending on experience)
Start date: ASAP
Contract: Supply
Are you a confident and adaptable Primary Cover Supervisor looking for a rewarding role supporting young learners across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2?
Do you have the skills to manage classrooms effectively and deliver pre-planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher?
If so, then we at GSL Education Kent would love to hear from you. We have multiple exciting opportunities for dedicated individuals to join our team as a Primary Cover Supervisor. You will be working within a variety of welcoming and well-regarded primary schools located across the Thanet area. Every Primary Cover Supervisor we hire will be responsible for supervising whole classes during teacher absences, ensuring that pre-planned lessons are delivered effectively and that pupils remain engaged and on task.
Our partner schools in Thanet are thriving and inclusive environments, praised for their warm atmospheres and strong commitment to pupil well-being and personal growth. The successful Primary Cover Supervisor will be an integral part of the school community, working alongside dedicated teaching staff to maintain continuity in learning and a positive classroom environment. Whether you are supporting infants in KS1 or juniors in KS2, every Primary Cover Supervisor we represent plays a vital role in the daily success of the school.
As a Primary Cover Supervisor, you will be expected to:
- Supervise whole classes across both KS1 and KS2 during the short-term absence of the class teacher.
- Deliver pre-prepared lessons effectively, ensuring pupils remain focused and engaged.
- Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies and procedures.
- Provide constructive feedback to class teachers on pupil progress and engagement during the session.
- Support pupils with their learning, answering questions and providing guidance as needed.
To be considered for this Primary Cover Supervisor role, the candidate must:
- Have experience working with children in a UK primary school setting (ideally across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2).
- Possess strong classroom management skills and the confidence to lead a class independently.
- Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Be adaptable, reliable, and able to build rapport quickly with pupils and staff.
- Have the right to work in the UK.
- Meet GSL's safer recruitment background checks.
- Have a Child Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one.
GSL Education offers:
- Competitive daily rates of pay
- Direct links to local schools across Thanet and Kent
- Access to professional development and training
- Dedicated consultants who will support your employment needs
Please be advised that this Primary Cover Supervisor role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced child DBS on the update service or be willing to apply for a new one.
GSL Education is an ethical, independent recruitment agency which aims to provide quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout Kent. All of our current adverts apply to real vacancies.
For more information or to be considered for this Primary Cover Supervisor role, please click 'apply' and submit a full (10 year), up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.
If you are interested in this Primary Cover Supervisor position, please contact Andrew at the GSL Education Kent office to find out more information with a view to registering for this role ASAP.