Cover Supervisor

Teaching Vacancies; Alcombe; Sur place; GBP 19 000 - 26 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

LGPS Pension Scheme

Staff wellbeing programme

Employee assistance programme

On-site gym facilities

Résumé du poste

West Somerset College is seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor to join its supportive and dynamic team. You will supervise classes in the absence of teachers and support students from Years 9 to 11, helping maintain continuity of learning.

The role requires safeguarding commitment, strong ICT and numeracy skills, and excellent communication. It offers a generous pension scheme, staff wellbeing benefits, and a chance to make a difference in young lives.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.
• Ability to manage classroom behaviour and support diverse learning needs.
• Strong ICT and numeracy skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexible, proactive, and a team player.

Responsabilités

• Supervise whole classes during short-term teacher absences, ensuring a calm and productive learning environment.
• Deliver pre-set lesson instructions and maintain pupil engagement and behaviour.
• Respond to general student queries and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Support with exam invigilation and accompany students on educational visits.
• Provide administrative and pastoral support when not supervising lessons.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
• Assist with classroom displays and curriculum-related admin tasks.

Connaissances

Safeguarding commitment

Classroom management

Communication skills

Team player

ICT skills

Numeracy skills

Relationship building

Formation

GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above)

Description du poste

Pay:

Meets national minimum wage

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

01/11/2026

About this job

What skills and experience we're looking for What We’re Looking For We are looking for someone who is:

Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Confident in managing classroom behaviour and supporting a range of learning needs.

A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.

Flexible, proactive, and a team player.

Has GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths (or equivalent).

Has strong ICT and numeracy skills.

Able to build positive relationships with students and staff.

What the school offers its staff What We Offer We care about our staff and are committed to creating a positive and supportive working environment.

In addition to salary, we offer:

• Generous Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions of over 19%
• Employee Reward Scheme, including high street discounts and access to a staff wellbeing centre
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to on-site gym facilities at selected locations
• The chance to make a meaningful difference to the lives and aspirations of young people across West Somerset.

Further details about the role West Somerset College is seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor to join our supportive and dynamic team.

This role is vital in maintaining continuity of learning during teacher absences, supporting students from Year 9 to Year 11, and contributing to the wider life of the school.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise whole classes during short-term teacher absences, ensuring a calm and productive learning environment.

Deliver pre-set lesson instructions and maintain pupil engagement and behaviour.

Respond to general student queries and provide feedback to teaching staff.

Support with exam invigilation and accompany students on educational visits.

Provide administrative and pastoral support when not supervising lessons.

Maintain accurate attendance records and manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.

Assist with classroom displays and curriculum-related admin tasks.

Commitment to safeguarding West Somerset College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment.

Our mission is that all children achieve.

A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.

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