Cover Supervisor

Summary:

Cover Supervisor job opportunity at a thriving secondary school. Support teaching and learning in a dynamic educational environment.

About the School:

A thriving mixed comprehensive secondary school for students aged 11–16, committed to fostering strong relationships and promoting respect, kindness, and determination in all aspects of school life.

The Opportunity:

As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of lessons and supporting learning when teachers are absent. This is a key position within a school that values collaboration, respect, and student development. Your passion for working with young people will be central to your success in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support students in lessons when teachers are absent, maintaining a positive and focused learning environment.
• Deliver engaging and structured learning activities aligned with the teacher’s lesson plan.
• Monitor student behavior and ensure a safe, respectful classroom atmosphere.
• Communicate effectively with both students and teaching staff to ensure continuity of learning.
• Assist with administrative tasks related to cover duties and lesson planning.
• Collaborate with the teaching team to support the school’s vision and values.
• Participate in staff meetings and professional development opportunities.
• Contribute to the overall ethos of the school by modeling respect, kindness, and determination.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience working with young people in an educational setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage a classroom effectively and maintain discipline.
• Commitment to the school’s values of kindness, respect, and determination.
• Flexibility to work term time only, including inset days.

Preferred

• Experience in teaching or covering lessons for absent colleagues.
• Understanding of curriculum requirements and teaching methodologies.
• Experience with supporting student development and wellbeing.
• A sense of humour and the ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on NJC Grade 4 Points 5-6.
• Term time only employment with inset days included.
• Flexible working hours from 8.30am to 3.00pm, including lunch duties.