Cover Supervisor

Long Term Futures Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a Cover Supervisor in Derbyshire, DE6. The ideal candidate will supervise classes, help maintain a positive learning environment, and support with administrative tasks. Requirements include 5 GCSEs and experience with children. This position offers competitive pay, consistent hours, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Supportive school team

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with children aged 11-16.
• Teaching assistant Qualification (Desirable).
• First Aid Qualification (Desirable).

Responsibilities

• Supervise prepared lessons, ensuring students remain focused.
• Uphold the school's behaviour policy and promote positive conduct.
• Manage classes independently for up to 10 consecutive days.

Skills

Organisational skills

Proactive attitude

Communication skills

Education

5 GCSE's including Math and English (grade 4-9) or equivalent

Job description

Overview

• Location: Derbyshire, DE6
• Pay Rate: 110 - 130 per Day
• Contract: Full-time, long-term placement
• Hours: 22.20 hours per week
• Start Date: Immediate start

Summary

Are you organised, proactive, and enthusiastic about helping students continue their learning smoothly? We\'re looking for a dependable Cover Supervisor to step in when teachers are absent, supporting both learning and departmental administration in a mainstream secondary setting within the DE6 area.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise prepared lessons, ensuring students remain focused and learning continues seamlessly.
• Uphold the school\'s behaviour policy, promoting positive conduct and rewarding good effort.
• Provide detailed feedback on pupil behaviour and any arising issues to the relevant Curriculum Leader.
• Manage classes independently for up to 10 consecutive days per teacher, including the first 3 days.
• Communicate expectations, tasks, and homework from the usual teacher clearly to students.
• Assist with administration: invigilate exams, support departmental tasks (like displays), and help orient supply staff.
• Collect and return student work to teachers, and support school events or visits as required

What We're Looking For

• 5 GCSE\'s including Math and English (grade 4-9) or equivalent
• Experience working with children aged 11-16
• Teaching assistant Qualification (Desirable)
• First Aid Qualification (Desirable)
• Experience of working in a busy office environment fulfilling a range of administration duties
• Ability to communicate with other professionals and parents

Why Join?

• Competitive daily rate and consistent hours.
• Supportive school team with career development opportunities.
• Trial day offered - no formal interview process.

At Long Term Futures, we specialise in long-term and permanent placements, giving you the chance to build lasting connections within schools.

Apply today with Long Term Futures, or contact James directly to learn more about the role.

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