Cover Supervisor

Prospero Teaching; Watford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable education service provider is seeking a Cover Supervisor in Watford. This temporary position involves supervising classes and ensuring students engage with learning activities while following lesson plans. Ideal candidates possess strong classroom management skills and a passion for working with children. This role provides valuable experience in educational settings and potential for future career progression.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable but not essential.
• A passion for working with children and young people.
• You will be proactive and adaptable, with lots of energy and enthusiasm.

Responsibilities

• Maintain order in the classroom during teacher absence.
• Supervise completion of work assigned by the absent teacher.
• Engage students in learning activities.

Skills

Classroom management skills

Ability to engage with students

Proactivity

Adaptability

Education

Degree in a relevant subject area

Job description

Overview

Cover Supervisor (Temporary / Flexible) – Watford

What is a Cover Supervisor?

A cover supervisor is responsible for supervising classes in the absence of the regular classroom teacher. Their primary role is to ensure that students remain engaged in learning activities while following the teacher's lesson plan. Cover supervisors do not usually teach new content or provide subject-specific expertise. Instead, they maintain order in the classroom, oversee the completion of work assigned by the absent teacher, and provide support where needed.

Why work as a Cover Supervisor?

Gain Experience in Education

• Teaching Experience: Working as a cover supervisor provides valuable experience in a school environment. It helps you learn how classrooms are managed and how to engage with students of various ages and abilities.
• Classroom Management Skills: Develop strong classroom management techniques, essential for teaching or other roles working with young people.

Opportunity for Career Progression

• With experience, cover supervisors can move into more senior roles within schools, such as pastoral support, teaching assistant, or school management roles, depending on their interests and further qualifications.

Experience, Training and Qualifications required for the Cover Supervisor position

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable but not essential.
• Ideally hold a degree in a relevant subject area.
• A passion for working with children and young people.
• You will be proactive and adaptable, with lots of energy and enthusiasm.

Eligibility (via Prospero Teaching)

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional references