Cover Supervisor

John Smeaton Academy; Leeds; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teacher pension scheme

Local government pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Cycle to work scheme (£2k)

Job summary

John Smeaton Academy in Leeds is seeking an inspirational Cover Supervisor to join our team. You will provide high-quality classroom supervision during short-term teacher absences and help ensure students continue to learn in a positive, well-managed environment.

The successful candidate will be confident in managing classes, maintaining behaviour standards and building strong relationships with students and colleagues, contributing to the wider life of the academy.

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade 4/C and above (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
• Experience of working with young people.
• The ability to adapt to different abilities, key stages, subjects and situations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine passion for education and making a positive difference to young people's lives.
• Strong ICT skills and a flexible approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality classroom supervision during short-term teacher absences.
• Help to ensure students continue to learn in a positive, well-managed environment.
• Support colleagues in maintaining high standards of behaviour and engagement.

Skills

Classroom management

Interpersonal communication

ICT skills

Education

GCSE English & Maths (4/C or equivalent)

Job description

John Smeaton Academy is seeking to recruit an inspirational and highly motivated Cover Supervisor to join our team. This is a key role within the academy, providing high-quality classroom supervision during short-term teacher absences and helping to ensure that students continue to learn in a positive, purposeful and well-managed environment. The successful candidate will be passionate about education, have excellent interpersonal skills and be committed to supporting students to achieve their full potential. You will be confident in managing classrooms, maintaining high standards of behaviour and engagement, and building positive relationships with students and colleagues. We are looking for an adaptable, enthusiastic and proactive individual who can work effectively as part of a team and contribute to the wider life of the academy. Potential applicants should have:

Qualifications / Requirements

• GCSE Grade 4/C and above (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
• Experience of working with young people.
• The ability to adapt to different abilities, key stages, subjects and situations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine passion for education and making a positive difference to young people's lives.
• Strong ICT skills and a flexible approach to work.

Benefits

As a trust, we want to ensure that professionals at every stage in their career have the opportunity to enjoy expert support and training. We are pleased to offer a generous benefits package to our team - as we work together to create a rewarding future for all including:

• Membership of a teacher or local government pension scheme, depending on the role.
• A commitment to continued investment in our professionals, supporting every member of staff throughout their career in the trust.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential professional advice and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• £2k Cycle to work scheme.

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