Cover Supervisor

Bright Star Talent Limited

Tyseley

On-site

GBP 16,605 - 23,985

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Bright Star Talent is recruiting confident, reliable and enthusiastic Cover Supervisors to work across a range of secondary schools in Birmingham. Whether you're an experienced Cover Supervisor, a recent graduate considering a career in teaching, or someone with experience working with young people, we have flexible opportunities to suit your availability.

We offer daily supply, short-term, long-term and permanent roles across a variety of secondary schools.

Qualifications

  • Experience working with secondary-aged children or young people.
  • Excellent communication and classroom management skills.
  • Confidence leading a classroom independently.
  • A positive, professional and adaptable approach.
  • The ability to build strong relationships with students and staff.
  • A genuine interest in education and supporting young people.
  • A degree or previous school-based experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of the class teacher.
  • Deliver pre-planned lessons and ensure students remain engaged with their learning.
  • Maintain high standards of behaviour in line with the school's policies.
  • Support students with questions relating to the work set.
  • Ensure a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.
  • Record attendance and report any concerns to the appropriate staff member.
  • Provide feedback to teaching staff on lesson engagement and behaviour.
  • Uphold all safeguarding and school procedures.

Education

Degree or school-based experience

Job description

Bright Star Talent is recruiting confident, reliable and enthusiastic Cover Supervisors to work across a range of secondary schools throughout Birmingham.

Whether you're an experienced Cover Supervisor, a recent graduate considering a career in teaching, or someone with experience working with young people, we have flexible opportunities to suit your availability. We offer daily supply, short-term, long-term and permanent roles across a variety of secondary schools.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience while making a real difference to students' education.

The Role
  • Supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of the class teacher.
  • Deliver pre-planned lessons and ensure students remain engaged with their learning.
  • Maintain high standards of behaviour in line with the school's policies.
  • Support students with questions relating to the work set.
  • Ensure a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.
  • Record attendance and report any concerns to the appropriate staff member.
  • Provide feedback to teaching staff on lesson engagement and behaviour.
  • Uphold all safeguarding and school procedures.
We Are Looking For
  • Experience working with secondary-aged children or young people.
  • Excellent communication and classroom management skills.
  • Confidence leading a classroom independently.
  • A positive, professional and adaptable approach.
  • The ability to build strong relationships with students and staff.
  • A genuine interest in education and supporting young people.
  • A degree or previous school-based experience is desirable but not essential.
Why Join Bright Star Talent?
  • Flexible working to fit around your schedule.
  • Daily, short-term, long-term and permanent opportunities.
  • A dedicated education recruitment consultant offering ongoing support.
  • Opportunities to work across a variety of Birmingham secondary schools.
  • A straightforward registration process with continuous career guidance.
Safeguarding

Bright Star Talent is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all relevant pre-employment checks. Candidates with a DBS registered on the Update Service are strongly encouraged to apply.

If you're looking to gain valuable classroom experience or take the next step in your education career, we'd love to hear from you.

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