Cover Supervisor

Team Educate Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local education agency is seeking a passionate Secondary School Cover Supervisor in Bristol. This role is primarily on a supply basis but offers opportunities for longer-term positions. Candidates should enjoy working with pupils, possess an interest in various subjects, and hold an enhanced DBS certificate. The agency provides a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional development, making it a rewarding career choice.

Benefits

A fun and rewarding work environment

Guaranteed positions

Supportive school leadership

Access to experienced teaching professionals

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Teaching qualification desirable but not essential.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS certificate required or willingness to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Build a good rapport with pupils during short term interactions.
• Remain calm and confident in unfamiliar surroundings.
• Engage with pupils in various subjects.

Skills

Passion for education

Ability to build rapport with pupils

Interest in multiple subjects

Education

Teaching qualification and/or experience

Job description

Overview

Team Educate are seeking a passionate supply Secondary School Cover Supervisor to work in Secondary schools in Bristol. This role is primarily on a supply basis, however there may be an opportunity to cover longer term as well.

Responsibilities

• Build a good rapport with pupils during short term interactions
• Remain calm, confident, and engaging in unfamiliar surroundings
• Have an interest in a multitude of subjects
• Be eligible to work in the UK
• Have an enhanced DBS certificate that is registered on the Update Service or be willing to apply for a new one

Benefits

• A fun and rewarding work environment
• Guaranteed Positions
• Supportive school Leadership
• Opportunities to support other areas within a school e.g., sport/music
• Access to experienced teaching professionals
• A competitive pay rate of £(Apply online only) per day
• Working hours that suit your lifestyle

Qualifications

• Teaching qualification and/or experience is desirable but not essential
• Be eligible to work in the UK
• Have an enhanced DBS certificate that is registered on the Update Service or be willing to apply for a new one

Safeguarding & Safer Recruitment

At Team Educate, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do, ensuring every child is safe, supported, and able to thrive. We follow strict safer recruitment practices to ensure that every adult working with children is safe, suitable, and committed to promoting their welfare. Safer recruitment is more than just carrying out checks - it\'s about creating a culture where safeguarding is a priority from the very first stage of hiring.

• Enhanced DBS checks (including barred list checks where appropriate)
• Verification of identity, right to work in the UK, and address history
• Detailed reference checks with previous employers, covering at least the last 2 years
• Employment history checks to account for any gaps in work or education
• Qualification and training verification (where applicable)
• Face-to-face/Video call interviews to assess suitability, values, and understanding of safeguarding responsibilities

By following these steps, we make sure that the people we recruit are not only capable of doing the job but also share our commitment to keeping children safe.

As part of our dedication to high standards, we also offer a FREE training courses e.g. Level 2 Safeguarding Children, Prevent awareness course and much more to all staff. These courses will give you the knowledge and confidence to recognise signs of abuse or neglect, understand your safeguarding responsibilities, and know how to take the right action to protect children in your care.

Safeguarding is everyone\'s responsibility, and safer recruitment helps ensure that the staff who join Team Educate are trustworthy, responsible, and prepared to put children\'s wellbeing first.

Who we are

We are a forward-thinking agency with our schools\' and candidates\' best interests at heart. We have lots of positions coming to us on a weekly basis and we are confident we can find the perfect role for you! Something that separates us from other teaching agencies is our in-house teaching experts, who have 20+ years of experience in various education settings. We are here to offer our candidates support with their teaching practice, writing covering letters and interview advice. If you want to join a local agency, with the best service available, we urge you to get in touch. Come and join us so together, we can become an outstanding Team of Educators!

If you have a friend who may be interested in joining us? We offer £75 for every Cover Supervisor or Teaching Assistant referral and £150 for every Supply Teacher referral (terms and conditions apply)