Cover Supervisor

eTeach UK Limited; Ashington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Ashington is seeking a Cover Supervisor to support and deliver lessons for 16-18 year old students during teacher absences. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and organisation skills and have a degree qualification or equivalent. This role offers generous benefits including a holiday allowance and wellbeing support, while creating a positive learning environment for students.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance (35-48 days per year)

Flexible working options

Access to health cash plans

Mental and physical wellbeing support

Free gym access available at Bede Campus

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years experience delivering high quality teaching and learning.
• Passionate about supporting young people to achieve their career goals.
• Sound understanding of effective teaching and learning approaches for 16-18 year old students.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support students in completing pre-prepared tasks.
• Promote and manage classroom behavior for a conducive learning environment.
• Respond to students' questions and provide assistance.

Skills

Excellent organisation

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Energetic and flexible

Initiative

ICT literate

Education

Degree qualification or equivalent

Qualification in teaching and learning

Job description

About Education Partnership North East (EPNE)

At EPNE our ‘purpose’ is our north star. It is what we expect of ourselves every single day and why we ask all staff to keep our purpose front and centre in all that they do.

Our Purpose is to “unlock potential, create opportunities, and transform lives through outstanding education, skills and training”. Rooted in our transformative power, it communicates our work in tackling inequalities, removing barriers, and improving the life chances of the people and communities we serve.

We nurture our very special culture. Our unifying values framework “The actions we take the choices we make - The actions I take the choices I make” represent the character of our college group, and are grounded in the belief that every action, by every individual, contributes to our success. This why we encourage empowered individuals, personal accountability and growth.

Building on our remarkable past, creativity and pioneering spirit, we are moving forward with courage into the future, improving what we do, remaining action‑orientated, and innovating to make an exceptional difference for the world we live in. Shaping futures for a better tomorrow, join our changemaking community now.

About the Candidate

You will:

• Enjoy working with young people aged 16‑18.
• Possesses excellent organisation, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be energetic, well‑motivated, and flexible.
• Work independently and show initiative.
• Be ICT literate and competent with various software packages.
• Hold a degree qualification or equivalent or a qualification in teaching and learning.
• Have a minimum 1‑2 years experience of delivering high quality teaching and learning.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people to achieve their career goals and has a sound understanding of effective teaching and learning pedagogical approaches for 16‑18 year old study programme students. Join us in a role that is both challenging and rewarding, contributing to a strong safeguarding culture and ensuring the highest standards of teaching and learning across our organisation.

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic, flexible, and proactive teacher to join our team as a Cover Supervisor. This vital role supports the continued learning and development of our 16‑18 year old students by supervising and delivering whole class teaching and learning activities during any short‑term teacher absence across a wide variety of subject areas and levels. The Cover Supervisor will deliver pre‑set work and assist students with their activities, ensuring a constructive and positive learning environment at all times.

Role Responsibilities

• Supervise and support students in completing pre‑prepared tasks and activities.
• Promote and manage classroom behaviour to ensure a conducive learning environment.
• Respond to students' questions and provide assistance with their work.
• Liaise with curriculum staff regarding student progress.

What’s in it for you?

Join EPNE and you’ll be part of a culture that prioritises your development and wellbeing, which is why all employees receive an extensive benefits package.

• Enjoy a generous holiday allowance (35‑48 days per year, plus public holidays).
• Generous family leave and flexible working options (dependent on role).
• LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme, (dependent on role 15.7% - 28.68%).
• Access to myLifestyle benefits platform providing retail discounts and more.
• We offer dental, eye care & health cash plans.
• Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental and financial wellbeing.
• Free parking on most campuses.
• Free Gym access available at Bede Campus.

Due to the nature of this post, you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check.

We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.