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Cover Supervisor

Basildon, Essex

TeacherActive

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Hours
Full Time
Posted
8 hours ago
Salary
£100 - 130 - Day
Recruiter
TeacherActive
Closes
08 May 2026
Course
No
Recruiter Type
Direct Employer

Description

Job Title: Primary Cover Supervisor

Location: Basildon

Pay: £100 to £130 per day

Start Date: Immediate start

Are you an experienced Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, or someone with experience working with children in a school setting?

Are you looking for flexible work where you can choose the days you work while gaining experience across different primary schools?

Do you enjoy supporting pupils in the classroom and helping to keep lessons running smoothly?

I’m Dan, and I’ve been working closely with primary schools for the past two years, supporting them with their recruitment needs. I’m currently working with a number of schools in Basildon who are looking for flexible Primary Cover Supervisors to provide classroom cover across EYFS, KS1, and KS2. This role is ideal for those seeking day-to-day, short-term, or ongoing work, depending on availability.

The Primary Cover Supervisor role involves delivering pre-planned lessons, supervising pupils while they complete their work, and ensuring behaviour is managed in line with school policies. You’ll help keep pupils engaged with their learning and provide general classroom support where needed. Working hours are typically 8:30am to 3:30pm.

The successful Primary Cover Supervisor will have:

Experience working with children in a school or educational setting

A calm, confident, and supportive approach

The ability to manage behaviour and keep pupils engaged with their work

The confidence to lead a classroom and follow lesson plans set by the teacher

The ability to adapt quickly to new environments and routines

A reliable and professional attitude

An enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to apply for one

In return, you can expect:

Flexible work to suit your availability

A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7

Access to our Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply)

CPD courses and certificates through the My-Progression channel

Competitive rates of pay

TeacherActive Referral Scheme – earn up to £100 for referring a friend (T&Cs apply)

PAYE pay, with tax and National Insurance handled correctly and no hidden charges

If you’re interested in a flexible Primary Cover Supervisor role in Basildon, click APPLY NOW and we’ll be in touch.

Email:

Contact number: (phone number removed)

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. xjnqpsq We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services

Ad ID: 5417987588

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