Cover Supervisor

Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Cover Supervisor at a prominent Catholic Academy in Gateshead. This role is essential in maintaining a respectful and purposeful classroom atmosphere, ensuring that students can thrive in their educational journey. The successful candidate will be responsible for explaining instructions clearly, managing student behavior, and utilizing IT effectively. Join a dedicated team committed to providing high-quality education and supporting students in their personal and academic growth. This position offers a unique chance to make a meaningful impact within a collaborative educational environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining a calm and respectful classroom environment.
• Ability to follow procedures and manage student behavior.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students and explain tasks provided by the teacher.
• Carry out general administration duties as required.

Skills

Classroom Management

Effective Communication

IT Proficiency

Education

Relevant Teaching Qualification

Job description

Location: St Thomas More Catholic School, Croftdale Road, Blaydon-on-Tyne, NE21 4BQ

Grade: Grade G, SCP 19 - 23 (£31,067 - £33,366 per annum, pro rata)

Hours: 37 hours per week, Permanent, Term Time Only + 5 days (39 weeks)



St Thomas More Catholic School is a co-educational Catholic Academy which provides for the education needs of 11-18 year old pupils from the west of Gateshead L.A. We are part of the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle and have a strong commitment to Catholic Education.



Our school aims to provide a stimulating and encouraging environment within which students can attain the highest standards of which they are capable, and to assist them in taking their place in the world outside school in a useful and fulfilling career, with a firm sense of Christian commitment. We are strongly committed to the education of the whole child and being ‘the principal means of helping parents to fulfil their role in education’ [Canon Law: 796].



We are proud to be part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, a family of secondary, middle, primary and first schools in Durham, Gateshead, Northumberland and Sunderland. Bishop Wilkinson is the largest Catholic Education Trust in the North East of England, which will have a total of 48 schools. St Thomas More is a school that places significant value on collaboration and as such is dedicated to working with our partner schools to improve the quality of education for all students in our care.



We have an exciting opportunity for a Cover Supervisor to join St Thomas More Catholic School. The successful candidate will be able to maintain a calm, respectful and purposeful atmosphere in the classroom, explaining instructions and tasks provided by the teacher clearly. You will be able to follow STM procedures and manage student behaviour accordingly. You will also be able to effectively use IT and be able to carry out general administration duties in this role.



How to Apply:



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Closing Date: Midnight, Wednesday 21st May 2025

Interview Date: TBC



The Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and is subject to an enhanced DBS check. An online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.