Cover Supervisor

WMJobs; Warwick; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Aylesford School in Warwick is seeking a confident Cover Supervisor to join our supportive team. Your role will be to supervise whole classes during short-term absence, ensuring order and continuity while pupils stay engaged with pre-set activities.

You do not need to be a subject specialist; strong communication, patience, and a calm presence in the classroom are essential. You will work closely with teaching staff to maintain a safe, productive environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills in a school setting.
• Strong classroom presence and patient approach.
• Reliable and adaptable to varying pupil needs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise whole classes during short-term absences.
• Focus on classroom management and pupil support; no planning or marking required.
• Establish a positive learning environment and clear expectations.

Job description

Aylesford School,

At Aylesford School Warwick we are dedicated to providing an inclusive, inspiring, and high-achieving environment for our secondary students. We pride ourselves on supporting our staff with outstanding professional development opportunities and a welcoming community atmosphere.

We are looking to appoint a confident, reliable, and adaptable Cover Supervisor to join our dedicated support team. Whether you are an experienced education professional or looking to gain vital classroom experience before pursuing a career in teaching, we want to hear from you.

As a Cover Supervisor, your primary responsibility will be to supervise whole classes of students during the short-term absence of their regular classroom teachers.

Please note that this role focuses on classroom management and student support. No lesson planning, preparation, or marking is required, as all work is fully set in advance by the teaching staff.

The successful candidate will be a patient, empathetic, and confident individual who enjoys working with secondary-aged young people. You do not need to be a subject specialist, but you must possess excellent communication skills and a strong presence in the classroom