Cover Supervisor

St Thomas More Catholic School; Walsall; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary school in Walsall is seeking a Cover Supervisor for a one-year fixed term appointment. This role involves supervising classes during teachers' short absences, ensuring students remain engaged with the work. Ideal for postgraduates looking to pursue a teaching career, the school offers support with teacher training for the right candidate. It is committed to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare, creating a nurturing and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification is desirable.
• GCSE Grade C or above in English and Mathematics or equivalent required.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral crucial.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during the short-term absence of teachers.
• Ensure students stay on task and follow the work set by teachers.

Skills

Good communication skills

Negotiating and persuasive skills

Team player

Education

Degree level qualification

GCSE Grade C or above in English and Mathematics

Job description

Overview

Cover Supervisor - 35 hours per week, term time only - one-year fixed term appointment. As a Cover Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising classes during the short-term absence of teachers, ensuring that students remain on task and follow the work set by the teacher. This role is ideal for a postgraduate considering a career in teaching, as the school is keen to offer support with teacher training for the right candidate. This school is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its children and young people. All its staff and volunteers are expected to share in this commitment and to make every reasonable endeavour to ensure that its recruitment and selection standards are met. A copy of our Child Protection Policy is available on the school website.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during the short-term absence of teachers, ensuring students stay on task and follow the work set by the teacher.

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification (desirable)
• GCSE Grade C or above in English and Mathematics, or equivalent
• Good communication skills - written and oral
• Ability to use negotiating and persuasive skills
• Team player

Salary and terms

NJC SCP5-SCP11 - Salary range £25,583-£28,142 pa (pro rata part time, term time only salary range £20,815 - £22,897 gross pa)

The Governing Body are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced candidate to the post of Cover Supervisor. St Thomas More Catholic School is a secondary school educating children aged 11-18. The school is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment, promoting the welfare of its children and young people. It has a strong community ethos and a dedication to academic excellence, supported by a growing sixth form and a good Ofsted rating.