Cover Supervisor (Science Specialism) - Lancaster

Location: Lancaster, Lancashire

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: Temporary (Until July 2026), with a strong view to extend from September to December 2026

Salary: £117.25 - 144.60 per day

Contract Type: Full-time, Mainstream Secondary

Are you a confident individual looking to gain valuable classroom experience, or a Science graduate seeking a stepping stone into teaching? A supportive and high-achieving mainstream secondary school in Lancaster is looking for a Cover Supervisor to join their team immediately.

While you will cover a variety of subjects across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, there is a strong emphasis on delivering Science cover lessons. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a Science background or a Science degree to utilise their knowledge to keep pupils engaged and on-track. The role runs until the end of the academic year, with a planned extension into the next term (September-December).

• Classroom Management: Oversee pre-set Science lessons (and other subjects when required), ensuring students remain focused, safe, and on-task.

• Deliver Content: Present instructions and learning materials clearly to pupils, answering basic questions-particularly in Science subjects-to support their understanding.

• Maintain Environment: Implement the school's behaviour policy consistently and foster a positive learning atmosphere.

• Feedback: Collect completed work at the end of the lesson and provide constructive feedback to the returning class teacher.

• Experience working with groups of children or young people (e.g., coaching, tutoring, camp leading, or prior school experience).

• A degree in a scientific discipline (Biology, Chemistry, or Physics) is highly desirable and an excellent option for this role.

• High emotional intelligence, confidence, and strong communication skills.

• Flexibility and the ability to adapt quickly to a bustling school environment.

• A current enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).

• Competitive Pay: Paid to scale based on your experience.

• Career Progression: Ideal preparation for anyone considering a PGCE or School Direct teacher training pathway.

• Consistency: A reliable, full-time placement that bridges two academic years.

• Supportive Environment: A welcoming staff team and full orientation into the school's systems and behavioural policies.

If you are a resourceful, proactive individual ready to make an immediate impact in Lancaster, we would love to hear from you.

To Apply: Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience to Christina Grindy (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.