Cover/Classroom Supervisor

Supply Star Recruitment Limited; Coventry; Presencial; GBP 12.000 - 18.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible day-to-day work

Longer-term temporary placements

Support from dedicated team

Descripción de la vacante

Supply Star Recruitment is seeking experienced Cover Supervisors to work across local secondary schools in Coventry/Warwickshire. Flexibility for casual day-to-day supply and longer-term temporary cover is available, with roles focusing on supervising KS3/KS4 classes in the absence of teaching staff.

Ideal candidates have prior experience with secondary pupils in UK schools, strong classroom management, and the ability to maintain a positive learning environment.

Formación

• Experience working with young people in UK secondary schools or similar settings.
• Ability to supervise KS3/KS4 classes.
• Willingness to work flexibly across local schools.

Responsabilidades

• Supervise classes of secondary students in absence of a teacher.
• Deliver and explain pre-prepared lesson materials.
• Maintain a positive and safe classroom environment.
• Manage behaviour per school policies.
• Ensure learning tasks are completed by students.
• Support students with understanding instructions.
• Report safeguarding concerns to school staff.
• Follow safeguarding and health & safety guidelines.

Conocimientos

Classroom supervision

Behaviour management

Communication

Organisational skills

Descripción del empleo

Cover Supervisor / Classroom Supervisor

Location: Various Secondary Schools - [Coventry/Warwickshire]

Job Type: Casual Day-to-Day Supply / Long-Term Temporary Cover

Recruitment Agency: Supply Star Recruitment

The Opportunity

Supply Star Recruitment is currently recruiting experienced and confident Cover Supervisors / Classroom Supervisors to work in secondary schools across the local area.

We have opportunities available for both flexible, casual day-to-day supply work and longer-term temporary placements covering planned or unplanned staff absences.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with previous experience working with secondary-age pupils who are looking for flexible work within UK secondary schools.

Previous experience working with young people in a UK secondary school or a similar educational setting is essential.

The Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising classes of secondary school students in the absence of their usual teacher. You will ensure that lessons run smoothly, students remain engaged and the work set by teaching staff is completed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise classes of secondary school students across KS3 and KS4.
• Deliver and explain pre-prepared lesson materials and instructions left by the absent teacher.
• Maintain a positive, safe and productive classroom environment.
• Manage classroom behaviour in accordance with the school's policies and procedures.
• Ensure students remain on task and complete the work provided.
• Provide appropriate support to students with understanding lesson instructions.
• Report any behavioural, pastoral or safeguarding concerns to the relevant school staff.
• Follow school safeguarding, health and safety and other relevant policies.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working with young people of secondary school age (11–16) within a UK secondary school or a similar educational or youth-focused setting is essential.
• Confident classroom supervision and behaviour management skills.
• Ability to supervise groups of students and maintain a positive, productive learning environment.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with young people.
• A professional, reliable and flexible approach.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to use initiative.
• A genuine interest in supporting young people's education and development.

Desirable Experience:

• Previous experience working as a Cover Supervisor or Classroom Supervisor.
• Experience delivering pre-prepared lessons or supervising students in the absence of a teacher.
• Familiarity with UK secondary school behaviour management and safeguarding procedures.

What We Can Offer

• Flexible day-to-day supply work to suit your availability.
• Longer-term temporary assignments covering staff absences.
• Opportunities to work in a variety of local secondary schools.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Dedicated support from the Supply Star Recruitment team.
• Opportunities to gain further experience within the education sector.

Safeguarding

Supply Star Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and relevant employment and qualification checks, in accordance with current education-sector requirements.