Cover Supervisor

Education First Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Long-term opportunities

Consultant support

Career development in primary/SEN

Wide range of roles

Job summary

Education First Recruitment invites applications for a Cover Supervisor role at a Southwark primary school. You will deliver pre-planned lessons and support pupils in the absence of the class teacher, maintaining a calm, engaging learning environment throughout the day.

The ideal candidate has prior experience in primary settings and demonstrates patience, resilience and strong teamwork to help pupils progress academically and socially.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering pre-planned lessons in a primary setting.
• Ability to support pupils with diverse learning needs.
• Strong communication with staff, pupils and families.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across EYFS/KS1/KS2 when the class teacher is absent.
• Manage classroom behaviour and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Support pupils with learning activities and SEN needs.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support as required.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants and school staff.
• Follow lesson plans and adapt activities to individual pupil needs.
• Help uphold high expectations for behaviour and engagement.
• Assist with pastoral duties and wider school responsibilities.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Organisation

Teamwork

Patience

Adaptability

SEN awareness

Behaviour management

Job description

Cover Supervisor - Primary School - Southwark - Immediate Start - Long-Term Role

Education First are currently recruiting for a dedicated and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join a primary school in Southwark on a long-term basis. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant or education professional who is confident managing classrooms and supporting pupils in the absence of their regular teacher.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering pre-planned lessons, maintaining a positive learning environment and ensuring pupils remain engaged and supported throughout the school day.

The Role - Cover Supervisor

• Delivering pre-planned lessons across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 in the absence of the class teacher.
• Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining a calm, positive and engaging learning environment.
• Supporting pupils with their learning, ensuring they understand and complete lesson activities.
• Working alongside teaching assistants and school staff to support pupils with additional learning needs.
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support where required.
• Building positive relationships with pupils and encouraging confidence, participation and independence.
• Supporting pupils with SEN, ASD, ADHD and SEMH needs where applicable.
• Following lesson plans and adapting activities to meet the needs of individual pupils.
• Maintaining high expectations for behaviour, learning and pupil engagement.
• Supporting the wider school team with classroom and pastoral responsibilities.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working in a primary school or similar educational setting.
• Experience as a Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or other education-based role.
• Confident managing classrooms and maintaining positive behaviour.
• A patient, resilient and caring approach to working with children.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to follow lesson plans and support pupils with different learning needs.
• Experience working with SEN pupils is desirable.
• A genuine passion for helping children develop academically, socially and emotionally.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and adapt to different classroom environments.

Why Work with Education First?

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Long-term and permanent opportunities across London and surrounding areas.
• Dedicated support from an experienced education recruitment consultant.
• Opportunities to develop your experience in primary, SEN and mainstream schools.
• Access to a wide range of Teaching Assistant, Cover Supervisor and Behaviour Mentor roles.