Cover Supervisor

Brookside Primary School; Leicester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookside Primary School is seeking a passionate Cover Supervisor to support learners in years 5 and 6 with a KS2 focus on English and Maths. The role involves teaching cover, group activities, and one-to-one support, while fostering motivation and resilience in pupils.

The successful candidate will be conscientious, well organised and a strong team player, able to supervise lunchtimes and contribute to a positive, high-quality learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with KS2 curriculum and activities.
• Ability to support groups and 1:1 learning.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Commitment to high-quality education for years 5 and 6.

Responsibilities

• Provide cover lessons as required and manage group activities.
• Deliver one-to-one support and facilitate learning tasks.
• Assist with lunchtime supervision and behaviour management.
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative classroom environment.

Skills

KS2 knowledge

English & Maths focus

Relationship building

Team player

Job description

Brookside Primary School is looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Cover Supervisor to join our team. The successful candidate will be conscientious and organised with a passion for working with and motivating children. We are also looking for someone who is committed to providing high quality education for children in years 5 and 6 particularly, and has a sound knowledge of the KS2 curriculum with a focus around English & Maths. They will be able to build excellent relationships with our older children.

This role will involve teaching cover as and when required, group work, one to one support, Teaching Assistant duties and lunchtime supervision. We are looking for someone who can inspire and empower pupils to take an active part in their own learning. Teamwork at Brookside is essential so we will be looking for someone with excellent personable skills and a team player.

The role is 30 hours per week, term-time plus one week (39 weeks in total).

Brookside Primary School provides a friendly, supportive environment where all staff are valued. Pupil achievement is due to the high commitment of staff in partnership with parents and carers. We are committed to providing pupils and staff the opportunity to grow their talents and realise their potential. All staff at Brookside are provided with welfare cover under our staff absence insurance which includes access to physiotherapy, nursing advice and much more. To find out more about our employee benefits, please refer to the Candidate Information Pack.

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details of this role.