Cover Supervisor

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Beaconsfield; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. has a Beaconsfield-based Cover Supervisor vacancy aimed at maintaining a calm, orderly learning environment when teachers are away. You will supervise classes across the secondary curriculum and ensure pupils complete work set by the class teacher.

The role requires clear instructions, confident communication with pupils and staff, and a reliable, flexible approach. Prior experience with young people is beneficial though QTS is not required.

Qualifications

• Clear communication and ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Experience supervising secondary-age pupils is helpful.
• Reliable, flexible and responsible approach to duties.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during the absence of the regular teacher.
• Explain the tasks and instructions supplied for each lesson.
• Encourage pupils to work sensibly and complete the activities set.
• Maintain appropriate behaviour and a positive classroom atmosphere.
• Follow school procedures and communicate any issues to staff.

Skills

Clear communication

Calm under pressure

Pupil supervision

Job description

Cover Supervisor - Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire

A secondary school in Beaconsfield needs dependable classroom support to help lessons continue when teachers are away. If you can give clear instructions and set positive expectations, this general cover role may be worth exploring. As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes across the secondary curriculum, helping pupils complete the work provided by their teacher. You will not be taking on a subject-teaching post; the focus is on maintaining an orderly learning environment, supporting engagement and following the school's classroom procedures. The role may appeal to candidates with experience working with young people or those looking to develop experience in a school.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during the absence of the regular teacher.
• Explain the tasks and instructions supplied for each lesson.
• Encourage pupils to work sensibly and complete the activities set.
• Maintain appropriate behaviour and a positive classroom atmosphere.
• Follow school procedures and communicate any issues to the relevant staff.

Requirements

• Confidence supervising secondary-age pupils.
• Clear communication and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• A responsible, flexible and reliable approach.
• No specific teaching qualification, subject specialism or QTS requirement has been confirmed for this vacancy.