Cover Supervisor | Braintree | Immediate Start

Are you a graduate looking to kick-start your career in education? This Cover Supervisor opportunity in Braintree is ideal for an aspiring teacher seeking valuable classroom experience.

As a Cover Supervisor, you’ll work across a welcoming secondary school, supporting students from Year 7 to Year 11. This Cover Supervisor role offers excellent exposure to different age groups, while giving you the chance to develop the skills needed to become a successful Cover Supervisor and progress towards a career in teaching.

Ribbons & Reeves are seeking an enthusiastic Cover Supervisor for an immediate start at an ambitious secondary school in Braintree.

The School

The school promotes high academic standards, positive behaviour and independent learning. Students are supported throughout their secondary education and encouraged to prepare for further education, apprenticeships and future careers. Staff benefit from a collaborative environment, ongoing CPD and opportunities to develop professionally.

Cover Supervisor Responsibilities

• Supervise lessons across Years 7–11, ensuring students complete the work provided by their teachers.

• Maintain a positive classroom environment and manage behaviour effectively.

• Encourage students to remain focused, engaged and motivated.

• Provide additional classroom support when cover is not required.

• Build positive relationships with students and staff across the school.

The Ideal Cover Supervisor

• A degree, ideally with a minimum 2:1 classification.

• Strong academic results, including good GCSEs and ideally strong A-Levels.

• Confidence managing a classroom and communicating with young people.

• A genuine interest in education and student development.

• Previous experience working with young people is desirable but not essential.

• An ambition to pursue teacher training, potentially in September 2027.

Why Apply?

This Cover Supervisor vacancy is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience across different subjects and key stages. You’ll receive ongoing support and CPD while developing behaviour management and classroom leadership skills.

For aspiring teachers, this Cover Supervisor position provides a strong foundation for future teacher training.

Ribbons & Reeves are specialist Education Recruiters, helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles. We specialise in supporting ambitious graduates and education professionals in finding opportunities such as this Cover Supervisor role in Braintree. For other roles like this, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application for this Cover Supervisor role.

Cover Supervisor | Braintree | INDESX

Behaviour Mentor – Secondary School – Newham

£460–£530 per week via PAYE, inclusive of holiday pay

Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them overcome barriers to learning? An ambitious and inclusive secondary school in Newham is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to join its team, working within the Behaviour Intervention Hub (BIH) to support pupils who require additional behavioural and pastoral guidance.

The school has an excellent reputation for academic achievement, with a Progress 8 score of +0.71, significantly above the national average. Its strong focus on high expectations, inclusion and personal development creates an environment where pupils are encouraged to achieve their full potential.

The Role:

• Work within the Behaviour Intervention Hub (BIH), supporting pupils who require additional behavioural intervention.

• Supervise students attending detentions, maintaining a calm, structured and purposeful environment.

• Deliver targeted 1:1 and small-group interventions focused on improving behaviour, emotional regulation and engagement with learning.

• Build positive relationships with pupils, acting as a consistent role model and providing guidance around behaviour and decision-making.

• Use effective de-escalation strategies to manage challenging situations and encourage positive behavioural choices.

• Provide administrative support, including updating behaviour records, monitoring pupil progress and recording intervention outcomes.

• Liaise with teachers, pastoral staff and senior leaders to ensure a consistent approach to behaviour management.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Has previous experience working with young people, ideally within a secondary school setting.

• Is confident managing challenging behaviour and supporting pupils with additional needs.

• Demonstrates patience, resilience and excellent communication skills.

• Is proactive, approachable and passionate about making a difference to young people's lives.

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Behaviour Mentor role in Newham. For other opportunities, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application.

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Primary Learning Support Assistant | Hammersmith & Fulham, London

£444-£513 per week PAYE
Temporary
ASAP

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Primary Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Hammersmith & Fulham.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent Graduate or aspiring education professional to gain valuable first-hand experience supporting primary-aged pupils with their learning and development. The successful candidate will work alongside experienced teachers to help create a positive, engaging and supportive learning environment.

As a Primary Learning Support Assistant, you will provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils who require additional assistance with their learning, communication and development. You will help deliver engaging activities, reinforce classroom learning, encourage positive behaviour and ensure pupils feel confident, included and supported throughout the school day.

Primary Learning Support Assistant Requirements:

· Has a genuine interest in supporting primary-aged children with their learning and development

· Can build positive, trusting relationships with pupils

· Has strong communication and interpersonal skills

· Demonstrates patience, enthusiasm and a proactive approach

· Can work effectively alongside teachers and other support staff

· Is adaptable and confident supporting pupils with varying abilities and additional needs

· Has a strong desire to develop professionally and pursue a career in education

You’ll be joining a supportive primary school with opportunities for a Primary Learning Support Assistant to develop their skills and grow professionally. You’ll benefit from working alongside experienced teachers and support staff within a collaborative environment committed to pupil progress and wellbeing.

If you’re a passionate, enthusiastic and committed Primary Learning Support Assistant ready to make a positive difference to children's education, we’d love to hear from you.

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Primary Learning Support Assistant role in Hammersmith & Fulham, London.

Primary Learning Support Assistant | Hammersmith & Fulham

KS4 SEMH Teaching Assistant
Brent, London

£444-£513 per week PAYE
Temporary
ASAP

We are looking for a dedicated KS4 SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and student-focused specialist school in Brent.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent Graduate or aspiring education professional to gain valuable first-hand experience supporting secondary-aged students in KS4 with a range of Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The successful candidate will join a committed team focused on improving students' wellbeing, development and engagement with education.

As a KS4 SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will provide 1:1 and small-group support to students who require additional guidance and intervention. You will help learners develop emotional resilience, self-regulation, confidence and positive learning behaviours, while supporting their academic progress and preparation for post-16 education or employment.

KS4 SEMH Teaching Assistant Requirements:

· Is calm, patient and consistent when supporting students with SEMH needs

· Can build positive, trusting relationships with young people who may display challenging behaviours

· Has strong communication and interpersonal skills

· Demonstrates resilience and confidence when managing challenging situations

· Has a genuine interest in supporting secondary-aged students with additional needs

· Has a strong desire to develop professionally and pursue a career in education

· Is passionate about improving outcomes for young people with SEND and SEMH needs

You’ll be joining a supportive school with opportunities for a KS4 SEMH Teaching Assistant to develop their skills and grow professionally. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced SEN professionals and teaching staff, while benefiting from a strong leadership team committed to staff and student wellbeing.

If you’re a passionate, resilient and committed KS4 SEMH Teaching Assistant ready to make a positive difference to young people's lives, we’d love to hear from you.

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this KS4 SEMH Teaching Assistant role in Brent, London.

KS4 SEMH Teaching Assistant | Brent