Do you have experience covering lessons in the Teachers absence?
We are seeking a confident and knowledgeable Primary Cover Supervisors to provide day-to-day and long-term teaching cover across our partnership Primary Schools and Academies from September 2025.
You will ideally have previous experience delivering a range of Primary subjects in the teachers short-term absence and be confident managing classroom behaviour. You will join a welcoming staff team, working in collaboration to ensure consistent, high quality learning that meets the diverse needs of children within your care.
We have roles available in:
- Wakefield
- Barnsley
You can expect to earn up to £100 per day for this role, depending on experience.
Your role as a Primary Cover Supervisor:
- Confident delivering pre-planned lessons across EYFS-KS2
- Assist/support students with tasks as needed
- Be confident in providing detailed and consistent feedback to the class teacher
- Be able to effectively manage behaviour
- Be resourceful, creative, and imaginative with fantastic communication skills
- Show initiative and the ability to respond calmly to a variety of situations
- In an emergency, be able to think of activities to occupy the class until work is set
We are seeking candidates with:
- A full and relevant Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or similar.
- ECT’s are welcome to apply.
- Confidence, inclusivity, and passion for supporting pupil progression.
- Strong subject knowledge and familiarity with the UK Curriculum.
- An enhanced DBS disclosure or be willing to obtain one through us.
- Right to Work in the UK, unfortunately we are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship.
Why work with Principal Resourcing?
Work with the very best
A locally established agency trusted by many Schools, Academies, Colleges, and Nurseries across the region, due to our unfaltering commitment to providing the best service.
Feel valued
Work with a candidate-centred agency that puts you at the heart of everything we do.
Receive the best rates of pay
We guarantee to beat other agency rates.
Dedicated Consultant
Work alongside some of the most experienced education recruitment specialists in the area.
DfE approved compliance team
Seamless registration and clearance process to ensure you are working in the quickest possible time.
Continued accredited and nationally recognised CPD
We invest in our candidates we will ensure that your skills not only stay current but are updated along the way. By working with Principal Resourcing, you will have access to a portfolio of over 200 courses from a platform, nationally recognised by 45,092 Schools, Trusts, Nurseries and Colleges, free of charge.
Submit your application today and a member of our dedicated team will be in touch.
We look forward to welcoming you aboard the Principal Resourcing Team!
Principal Resourcing is an Education Recruitment Business having sought agreement from their clients to find candidates for these roles, in accordance with the Employment Agencies and Employment Business Regulations Act (2003).
Principal Resourcing is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including an enhanced DBS check and references. We are an equal opportunities employer. All positions advertised are temporary, unless otherwise stated.
Please note: If you have not heard from us within two weeks then your application may have been unsuccessful.
Job Ref: PRLMC
