Cover Supervisor

Vida Education; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate individuals to become Cover Supervisors in secondary schools. This role offers a unique opportunity to support young learners while gaining valuable classroom experience. You will supervise students, manage classroom behavior, and deliver pre-set lessons across various subjects. The position provides flexibility with day-to-day, short-term, and long-term work options. Join a dedicated team that values your growth and offers comprehensive training to help you succeed in the education sector. If you're enthusiastic about making a difference in students' lives, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Free CPD Accredited Training Courses

Excellent Rates of Pay

Experienced Consultants

AWR Compliant

Qualifications

• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.
• Experience with children is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise secondary pupils in the absence of their regular teacher.
• Manage classroom behavior and ensure students stay focused.

Skills

Communication Skills

Classroom Management

Organizational Skills

Experience with Children

Education

Degree Qualification or Equivalent

Job description

Position: Cover Supervisor - Make a Difference!
Location: Lancaster and surrounding areas
Salary: £90 - £110 per day
Contract Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Start Date: ASAP

Do you enjoy working with young people and supporting their learning and development?
Have you been involved in volunteering or working with children?
Are you considering a career in teaching and want classroom-based experience before studying for a PGCE? IF SO, THIS COULD BE THE PERFECT OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU!

Vida Education is seeking passionate and motivated individuals to join our team as Cover Supervisors in secondary schools across Lancaster and surrounding areas. We offer day-to-day, short-term, and long-term cover supervisor work, with flexibility to suit your availability and ongoing needs.

WHAT IS A COVER SUPERVISOR?

As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise secondary pupils (aged 11-16) in the absence of their regular teacher, delivering pre-set lessons across various subjects. You will manage classroom behaviour, ensuring students remain focused in a safe and productive learning environment.

COVER SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

1. Delivering work that has been pre-set by the class teacher.
2. Managing the behaviour of pupils following the school behaviour policies to ensure they are kept on track with the pre-set work.
3. Responding to any questions from pupils during the lesson.
4. Reporting back any issues using the schools' policies on the behaviour of pupils during the class and any issues arising.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

1. Strong communication skills and a friendly, approachable attitude.
2. Calm, organised and confident to manage classroom behaviour effectively.
3. Experience working with children is desirable but not essential; we offer full training.
4. A desire to work in education and support students' growth.

WE PROVIDE FREE COVER SUPERVISOR TRAINING:

Since 2015, we've been offering high-quality Cover Supervisor training, with many of our team members progressing to successful teaching careers. Our training includes:

1. How to confidently manage behaviour in a classroom.
2. How to deliver a successful lesson and deal with any issues that might arise.
3. Emphasis on safeguarding, covering both safeguarding of pupils but also yourself as a cover supervisor.
4. Much, much more...

YOU WILL NEED TO:

1. Have UK Right to Work status.
2. Hold a degree qualification or equivalent.
3. Have high expectations of student achievement and behaviour.
4. Complete a registration with Vida Education which includes holding a current Enhanced DBS registered with the DBS Update Service, or be prepared to apply for a new ENHANCED DBS.

IF THIS SOUNDS LIKE THE PERFECT JOB FOR YOU, APPLY TODAY!

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH VIDA EDUCATION:

1. We are an experienced team and specialise in placing secondary teachers, primary teachers, cover supervisors, teaching assistants, school admin and clerical staff into positions all across Lancashire and Cumbria.
2. We offer excellent rates of pay, in line with your level of experience.
3. AWR compliant.
4. Experienced and dedicated consultants who take great pride in providing you a quality service.
5. Access to free CPD accredited training courses including Advanced Safeguarding, Child Protection & Prevent.

Vida Education is an APSCo Compliance Accredited agency. All applicants will undergo checks in line with DfE 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', including an Enhanced DBS check, references, qualifications, and right to work status. Further information will be provided upon application.

Vida Education is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an employment business, providing temporary or permanent job-seeking services.

We look forward to hearing from you soon!

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