Job Description

Cover Supervisor – Pimlico, Westminster – September 2026

Are you a confident Cover Supervisor looking to gain school-based experience in Pimlico, Westminster?

This Cover Supervisor role is ideal for a graduate, aspiring teacher or experienced school-based professional who can step into lessons, manage behaviour calmly and keep pupils focused on the work set.

Cover Supervisor | Key Details

• £90-135 per day PAYE, depending on experience
• Full-time, term-time only role
• September 2026 start
• Based in Pimlico, Westminster
• Excellent experience before teacher training
• Supportive staff team and clear school routines

Cover Supervisor | The Role

• Supervise classes across KS3 and KS4 when teachers are absent
• Deliver pre-planned work and keep pupils on task
• Manage behaviour in line with the school’s policies
• Support a broad range of pupils in a busy, real school environment
• Work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams and senior leaders
• Assist with general classroom support when cover is not required

Cover Supervisor | Candidate Requirements

• Degree preferred, but strong school experience also considered
• Previous tutoring, coaching, mentoring or youth work experience desirable
• Confident leading a classroom and setting clear expectations
• Calm, firm and professional approach to behaviour management
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Reliable, proactive and able to commit for the full academic year

This is a good opportunity for someone who wants genuine classroom experience in a well-located Westminster school, without being thrown in unsupported.

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 Cover Supervisor in Pimlico, Westminster. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Cover Supervisor role.

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