Cover Supervisor

TeacherActive; Borough of Rossendale; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is seeking passionate Cover Supervisors to work in SEN schools in the Rochdale area. This role provides invaluable experience for those considering teacher training. Responsibilities include managing classrooms, delivering lessons, and ensuring pupil engagement. Candidates should have recent experience in a similar setting, be eligible to work in the UK, and hold or be willing to obtain a DBS check. Competitive pay and supportive onboarding are offered.

Benefits

24/7 consultant support

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

CPD Courses and certificates

Market-leading rates of pay

Referral bonus up to £200

Qualifications

• Recent experience working as a cover supervisor or teaching assistant within a SEN school setting.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced child workforce DBS check or be willing to undertake a new one.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality pre-planned lessons to pupils aged 11 to 16.
• Effectively manage and lead classes in the absence of teaching staff.
• Create a purposeful and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson delivery

Child behavior management

Communication skills

Job description

Job Title: Cover Supervisor
Location: Rochdale
Salary: £100 - £120 per day
We are looking to recruit passionate Cover Supervisors to work in a number of our SEN schools in the Rochdale area. The position offers an excellent opportunity for you to gain further school‑based experience before moving onto teacher training in the future.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality pre‑planned lessons to pupils aged 11 to 16
• Effectively manage and lead classes in the absence of teaching staff, ensuring pupils safety and ability to access learning activities and understand the information presented
• Encourage pupils to interact within the class and engage in activities throughout the lesson
• Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly, and supportive environment
• Provide detailed feedback to Teachers on pupil achievement, progress and any problems that arise
• Promote good pupil behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents in line with established policies, encouraging pupils to take responsibility for their behaviour
• Uphold policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality, and data protection, reporting all concerns to the appropriate person

Qualifications

• Have recent experience working as a cover supervisor or teaching assistant role within a SEN school setting
• Right to work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child workforce DBS check or be willing to undertake a new one

Benefits

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme Terms and Conditions apply
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My‑Progression channel
• Market‑leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – receive up to £200 when you refer a friend (Terms and Conditions apply)

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job‑seeking services.