Cover Supervisor

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Newport; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Newport is looking for a highly motivated Cover Supervisor to engage with students during teachers' absences. This is a fixed-term role for term-time only, offering an opportunity for graduates seeking experience in education. The successful candidate will supervise lessons, manage behavior, and support the learners in their coursework without the need for marking or planning. Excellent communication skills and a proactive attitude are essential. Previous experience with young people is desirable.

Qualifications

• Good standard of written and spoken English.
• Capacity to develop curriculum knowledge.
• Previous experience working with young people is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Cover lessons during the short-term absence of the class teacher.
• Supervise learners, manage behavior, and support completion of work.
• Assist with general school administration when demand for cover is low.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to engage with young people

Computer literacy

Initiative

Education

Degree or relevant work experience

Job description

• Grade 5 Grade 5, £28,598 - £31,022 (77% salary), Term time only This is a fixed-term position until 19th July 2026, with the possibility of extension subject to funding and/or business needs.

Working Pattern: Monday 08:20 - 15:20 Tuesday 08:20 - 16.10 Wednesday-Friday 08:20 - 15:10 (Total - 32h 50m) We are looking for a highly motivated and flexible individual with relevant work experience to join our team of Cover Supervisors.

The role would be ideal for graduates wishing to gain experience in order to enter a career in teaching or who would like to further their career working with young people.

Applications from NQTs or teachers with QTS are also welcome.

The successful applicant will cover lessons during the short-term absence of the class teacher who will have set suitable work for that lesson.

The Cover Supervisor will supervise learners whilst they complete set tasks, manage behaviour and support learners in the completion of work.

This requires no marking or planning but does require active supervision and delivery of the information provided by the teacher or Head of Department.

You will need a good standard of written and spoken English and have capacity to develop curriculum knowledge.

You must possess excellent communication skills, be computer literate and a self-starter with initiative.

You will have the confidence and ability to engage with young people in a positive manner.

Previous experience of working with young people is desirable.

You may be required to support general school administration when demand for cover is low.

You will be committed to your own personal development and be ready and able to take advantage of the training that will be provided.

We are committed to ensuring that our Cover Supervisors are given opportunities to build on their existing interests, skills and experience and become valued and active members of our school community.

Lliswerry High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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