Cover Supervisor

The Methodist Church in Britain; South Derbyshire; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

The Westgate School is seeking a dedicated cover supervisor to support learning when teachers are absent. You will cover lessons in the secondary phase and occasionally in the primary phase, fostering a positive learning environment and strong pupil relationships.

Applicants need GCSE Maths and English at grade 4 (C) or equivalent, an enhanced DBS check and right to work in the UK. The role offers full induction, training, and access to local government benefits as part of a supportive school

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at grade 4 (C) or equivalent.
• Enhanced DBS check.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Cover lessons in the secondary phase.
• Cover lessons in the primary phase on occasion.
• Encourage excellent behaviour and a positive learning environment.
• Support pupils to help every pupil succeed.
• Build strong working relationships across the school.
• Communicate clearly and positively with pupils and adults.
• Uphold the school's values.

Skills

Building relationships

Empathy

Patience

Clear communication

Time management

Initiative

Job description

Cover Supervisor post at The Westgate School, supporting pupils in lessons when teachers are away. The work centres on building trusting relationships with pupils, encouraging good behaviour and keeping the learning environment positive. Most of the work is in the secondary phase, with occasional primary cover, on 37 hours a week across 39 weeks a year. Applicants need GCSE Maths and English at grade 4 or equivalent, an enhanced DBS check and right to work, as no visa sponsorship is offered.

What the job involves

• Cover lessons in the secondary phase
• Cover lessons in the primary phase on occasion
• Encourage excellent behaviour and a positive learning environment
• Support pupils to help every pupil succeed
• Build strong working relationships across the school
• Communicate clearly and positively with pupils and adults
• Uphold the school's values

What’s required

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at grade 4 (C) or equivalent

Skills & knowledge

• Building positive, trusting relationships with children
• Empathy, patience and enthusiasm when working with pupils
• Clear, positive communication with pupils and adults
• Strong working relationships across the school
• Encouraging excellent behaviour and a positive learning environment
• Initiative and effective time management

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Right to work in the UK

Other

• Working independently and as part of a team
• Imagination in supporting pupils

What’s offered

• Full induction programme with training and mentoring
• Ongoing personal development at a school rated among Hampshire's top schools for progress and attainment
• Automatic enrolment into a local government pension scheme
• Local government sick pay
• On-site parking and access to EV charging stations
• Free use of health and fitness facilities
• Preferential nursery places at a reduced price in the on-site nursery
• Preferential admission for colleagues' children after 2 years of employment