Cover supervisor

Axcis Education Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency in Leeds seeks a motivated cover supervisor to join a supportive secondary school. This temporary role requires supervising classes in the absence of teachers, fostering a positive classroom environment, and supporting students' learning. Ideal candidates should be adaptable with strong communication skills and a genuine interest in education. A competitive daily rate and potential for a permanent position are offered.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Ongoing training and professional development

Valuable classroom experience

Potential for permanent position

Opportunity to impact students' lives

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in an educational or youth setting (desirable but not essential).
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Confidence in leading a classroom and managing behaviour effectively.
• Resilience, adaptability, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• A genuine interest in supporting the education and development of young people.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage classes during teacher absences.
• Maintain a positive, structured classroom environment.
• Encourage pupil engagement and support students in completing their work.
• Report on student behaviour and progress.
• Support with general school duties to ensure smooth running of the day.

Job description

Overview

Location: Leeds. Working Hours: Monday – Friday. Start Date: ASAP. Daily Rate: from £100 per day, depending on experience. Contract Type: Temporary (with potential to become permanent).

Axcis education are seeking a confident, adaptable, and motivated cover supervisor to join a supportive secondary school in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about education and looking to gain valuable experience in a classroom environment. Whether you\'re considering a career in teaching or already have experience working with young people, this role offers the chance to make a real difference in students\' learning and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage classes during teacher absences using pre-prepared lesson plans
• Maintain a positive, structured classroom environment in line with school behaviour policies
• Encourage pupil engagement and support students in completing their work
• Report on student behaviour and progress to teaching staff
• Support with general school duties to help ensure the smooth running of the day

Requirements

• Experience working with young people in an educational or youth setting (desirable but not essential)
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Confidence in leading a classroom and managing behaviour effectively
• Resilience, adaptability, and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• A genuine interest in supporting the education and development of young people

What We Offer

• A competitive daily rate
• A supportive school environment with ongoing training and professional development
• Valuable classroom experience for those considering a career in teaching
• The potential to secure a permanent position based on performance
• An opportunity to positively impact the lives of secondary school students

How to Apply

If you are interested, please click on the apply button and contact Jessica Tierney on 0151 459 9299 Ext: 3029.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don\'t forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

The following statements apply to this role: this is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise. Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions. You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role. Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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