Cover Supervisor

The Methodist Church in Britain; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working patterns

Health & wellbeing programme

Awards and Recognition Scheme

Job summary

Eastfield Academy, part of the David Ross Education Trust, is recruiting a fixed-term Cover Supervisor for 13 hours per week during term time until 31 August 2027. The role involves supervising pupils during teacher absence, giving clear instructions, and feeding back on cover work.

Required are GCSE English and Maths at grade A*-C or equivalent, experience with children, ICT proficiency, and strong interpersonal skills. Enhanced DBS and pre-employment checks apply.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade A* to C or equivalent.
• Experience working with children in an educational setting.
• Commitment to working with children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide cover supervision for absent teachers' classes as directed by the Principal and senior leaders
• Give clear instructions on set work and supervise pupils
• Liaise with class teachers and staff to clarify instructions
• Report non-participation to the class teacher
• Contribute to evaluating the work set for cover lessons
• Provide general support during unallocated periods
• Support behaviour management and ethos of the Academy
• Attend meetings and professional development within working hours

Skills

Experience with children

Commitment to young people

ICT proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Motivation and behaviour support

Education

GCSE English and Maths A*-C or equivalent

Tools

ICT tools

Job description

Eastfield Academy, a primary within the David Ross Education Trust, is recruiting a fixed-term Cover Supervisor until 31 August 2027. The post supervises pupils set work during a teacher's absence, giving clear instructions, checking they engage and feeding back on the cover work. Term-time only, at 13 hours a week, it also involves general support in unallocated time and attending meetings and training within working hours. Visa sponsorship is not available, and the school wants a start as soon as possible.

What the job involves

• Provide cover supervision for absent teachers' classes as directed by the Principal and senior leaders
• Give clear instructions on detailed set work and actively supervise pupils while they work
• Liaise with class teachers and other staff to clarify instructions
• Report any non-participation by individual pupils to the class teacher
• Contribute to evaluating the work set for cover lessons
• Provide general support in periods not needed for cover, suited to your skills and experience
• Promote behaviour management in line with the school's Behaviour Policy
• Promote pride in the Academy and its ethos
• Attend professional development and meetings that fall within working hours

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade A* to C or equivalent

Experience

• Experience of working with children in an educational setting
• Commitment to, and/or experience of, working with children and young people

Skills & knowledge

• Accomplished user of ICT
• Excellent clear verbal and written interpersonal skills at all levels
• Ability to motivate and encourage pupils to meet learning and/or behaviour targets

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check
• Pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education

What’s offered

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to education leaders
• Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and health and wellbeing commitment
• Awards and Recognition Scheme
• Flexible working patterns
• Benefits platform
• Health and wellbeing programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme