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Cover Supervisor – Erdington

  • SectorSecondary
  • LocationBirmingham
  • Contract Type
  • Salary£90–£150 / daily
  • Date Posted28 August 2025
  • Reference

Job Description

  • Cover Teacher
  • Day to Day Supply
  • Secondary Teacher
  • Supply Teacher
  • Teacher
  • Birmingham
  • September 30, 2025

First for Education

Cover Supervisor – Erdington

Location: Erdington, Birmingham
Salary: £90 – £150 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / Flexible Supply
Start Date: September 2025 (or sooner)
Agency: First for Education


Inspire Students – Support Classrooms – Make a Difference

First for Education is looking for confident, adaptable, and enthusiastic Cover Supervisors to work in secondary schools across Erdington. This role is perfect for individuals who enjoy working with young people and want to gain valuable classroom experience.

Whether you’re an experienced cover supervisor, a graduate considering teaching, or someone with transferable skills from another sector, we can provide you with the opportunity to thrive in a school setting.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Delivering lessons using work set by the class teacher

  • Managing the classroom and maintaining a positive learning environment

  • Supporting students to stay on task and complete their work

  • Following school policies on behaviour management

  • Providing feedback to teaching staff after lessons


What We’re Looking For:

  • Experience in a school or youth work setting is desirable

  • Strong classroom management and communication skills

  • Adaptability and a proactive attitude

  • An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

  • Two suitable references covering the last two years


Why Choose First for Education?

  • Competitive pay rates (£90–£150 per day)

  • Flexible working patterns to suit you

  • Opportunities for long-term, short-term, and day-to-day cover

  • Access to free CPD and training courses

  • A dedicated consultant to support your journey


Apply Now

If you’re ready to take on the role of Cover Supervisor in Erdington, click ‘Apply Now’ to send your CV.
Alternatively, contact us at korey.yglesias@firstforeducation.co.uk & 0121 285 4840 or register online at www.firstforeducation.co.uk


First for Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and referencing in line with our safer recruitment policy.

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