Cover Supervisor

Step Teachers; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a confident Cover Supervisor to join their dedicated team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to support teaching and learning by supervising lessons during teacher absences. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, experience with young people, and a genuine interest in education. With a commitment to nurturing teachers and providing rewarding opportunities, this role is perfect for graduates considering a future in teaching or experienced teaching assistants looking to take on more responsibility. Join a supportive environment that values your contributions and fosters professional growth.

Benefits

Discounted High Street Shopping

Travel Offers

Gym Memberships

Comprehensive Well-being Services

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Qualifications

• Experience working with young people, ideally in a secondary school setting.
• Confidence in managing classroom behaviour and following school procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students in their learning during short-term teacher absences.
• Maintain a calm, purposeful classroom environment and uphold school behaviour policies.

Skills

Communication Skills

Classroom Management

Flexibility

Organizational Skills

Youth Work Experience

Education

Graduate

Teaching Assistant Experience

Job description

We are seeking a confident and reliable Cover Supervisor to join a dedicated staff team. This is a fantastic opportunity to support teaching and learning across the school by supervising lessons in the absence of the regular classroom teacher. Beginning May 2025.

Duties as Cover Supervisor:

• Supervise students in their learning during short-term teacher absences.

• Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials, ensuring students remain on task.

• Maintain a calm, purposeful classroom environment and uphold school behaviour policies.

• Assist with classroom management, transitions, and student engagement.

• Provide general support across the school when not covering lessons.

Ideal Cover Supervisor:

• A flexible, organised, and approachable individual with strong communication skills.

• Experience working with young people, ideally in a secondary school setting.

• Confidence in managing classroom behaviour and following school procedures.

• The ability to remain calm under pressure and use initiative.

• A genuine interest in education and supporting young learners.

Ideal Cover Supervisor:

• Graduates considering a future in teaching.

• Experienced teaching assistants looking to take on more responsibility.

• Individuals with youth work or coaching backgrounds.

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, and Devon. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations.

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.

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