Cover Supervisor

Aspire People; Holbeach CP; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Experience across range of schools

Competitive rates of pay

Immediate start available

Job summary

Aspire People Limited is seeking confident, adaptable Cover Supervisors to work across secondary and SEN schools in the Cambridge area. The role suits individuals passionate about working with young people and with experience in education or similar settings.

Responsibilities include supervising classes, delivering pre-set plans, managing behaviour, and supporting pupils' learning across mainstream and SEN environments. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Hold a degree (any subject considered, though core subjects such as English, Maths or Science are advantageous)
• Have previous teaching, tutoring or classroom-based experience
• Have experience supporting or managing behaviour in schools or youth settings
• Have experience working with children or young people with SEN
• Have a background in youth work, coaching, mentoring or similar roles

Responsibilities

• Supervise whole classes during short-term absences
• Deliver pre-set lesson plans and ensure pupils remain on task
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies
• Support pupils with their learning and respond to questions
• Work across a variety of school settings, including mainstream and SEN environments
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on pupil progress and behaviour

Skills

Strong communication

Classroom management

Flexible/adaptable

Organised

Follow lesson plans

Education

Degree (any subject)

Job description

Overview

We are looking for confident, adaptable and reliable Cover Supervisors to work across a range of secondary and SEN (Special Educational Needs) schools in the Cambridge area. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about working with young people and have experience in education or similar settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff
• Deliver pre-set lesson plans and ensure pupils remain on task
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies
• Support pupils with their learning and respond to questions where appropriate
• Work across a variety of school settings, including mainstream and SEN environments
• Maintain a safe, positive and inclusive learning environmentProvide feedback to teaching staff on pupil progress and behaviour

Candidate Requirements

We welcome applications from candidates who meet one or more of the following:

• Hold a degree (any subject considered, though core subjects such as English, Maths or Science are advantageous)
• Have previous teaching, tutoring or classroom-based experience
• Have experience supporting or managing behaviour in schools or youth settings
• Have experience working with children or young people with SEN
• Have a background in youth work, coaching, mentoring or similar roles

Essential Skills & Qualities

• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• Confidence leading a class independently
• Flexibility and adaptability across different schools and age groups
• A proactive, professional and organised approach
• Ability to follow lesson plans and instructions effectively

Safeguarding & Compliance

• An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service is highly desirable (or willingness to obtain one)
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

What We Offer

• Flexible working options: day-to-day supply and long-term placements
• Opportunities to gain experience across a range of school settings
• Competitive rates of pay
• Immediate start available

If you're looking to gain experience in education or take the next step in your career working with young people, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks