Supply Teacher
Salary: £120 - £160 a day
Cover Supervisor – Secondary Schools
Location: Gillingham, Kent
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Daily Supply & Long-Term Roles Available
Pay: £120 – £170 per day (dependent on experience)
Are you looking for flexible and rewarding work in secondary schools across Gillingham and the surrounding areas?
R&A Education is seeking enthusiastic Cover Supervisors to join our team for immediate start opportunities.
Whether you’re interested in day-to-day supply work or long-term placements, we can offer roles to suit your lifestyle and career goals.
About the Role
As a Cover Supervisor, you will take responsibility for delivering pre-prepared lessons in the absence of the class teacher.
You’ll ensure students remain engaged, maintain classroom discipline, and provide a safe, supportive learning environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy working with young people and are considering a future in education.
Key Requirements
- Previous experience working with young people or within a school setting (preferred)
- Confident classroom management and strong communication skills
- A valid DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
- Right to work in the UK and the ability to provide recent, relevant references
- Teaching qualifications are not essential – all backgrounds considered
We Welcome Applicants From:
- Teaching Assistants (TAs) and Higher-Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs)
- Recent graduates considering a teaching career
- TEFL/TESOL or overseas-trained educators
- Sports coaches, youth workers, and performing arts instructors
- Behaviour mentors and pastoral support professionals
What We Offer
- Flexible work options – daily, short-term, and long-term roles
- Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant
- Weekly pay through a reliable, hassle-free payroll system
- Assistance with CVs, applications, and interview preparation
- Over 16 years of experience supporting education professionals across Kent
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Referral bonus – if this opportunity isn’t quite right for you but you know someone who would be a great fit,
refer them to us and earn a bonus (terms apply)
R&A Education provides specialist recruitment and supply services to schools across Kent, including
Gillingham, Chatham, Rochester, Strood, Sittingbourne, Faversham, Canterbury, Maidstone, Ashford, and Dartford.
If you are a teacher, tutor, instructor, cover supervisor, HLTA, teaching assistant, pastoral or behaviour support specialist,
SEMH or SEND practitioner, or school support staff member seeking your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you.
Job Types:
Full-time, Temporary, Fixed term contract (12 months)
Pay:
£120.00 – £160.00 per day
Work Location:
In person