Cover Supervisor

Teaching Personnel; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent education staffing agency is seeking a Cover Supervisor in Wellingborough. This role involves supervising classes during teachers' absences, delivering lessons, and managing student behavior. Ideal for graduates and those with experience in youth work. Flexible hours, competitive pay, and opportunities for further teaching career development are offered.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Support from experienced staff

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Graduates considering a career in teaching are encouraged to apply.
• Individuals should possess a valid DBS or be willing to obtain one.
• Experience working with young people in various settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes and deliver pre-prepared lessons.
• Maintain classroom discipline and ensure engagement.
• Report student progress and issues back to teaching staff.
• Support students in understanding and completing their work.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Classroom management

Ability to engage students

Adaptability

Professionalism

Job description

Job Title: Cover Supervisor – Secondary Schools
Location: Wellingborough
Pay: £100 – £150 pd
Start Date: Immediate

Are you passionate about working with young people and supporting their education? Are you looking for flexible work in local secondary schools?

We are currently seeking confident and reliable Cover Supervisors to join our team, working across a range of secondary schools in the Wellingborough area.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff. Your role will be to deliver pre-prepared lessons, maintain classroom discipline, and ensure students remain engaged in their learning.

This is an excellent opportunity for:

• Graduates considering a career in teaching

• Experienced cover supervisors or teaching assistants

• Individuals with experience working with young people (e.g., youth work, sports coaching, tutoring)

• Deliver set lessons and ensure a calm and productive classroom environment

• Manage behaviour in line with school policies

• Report back to teaching staff on student progress and any issues during cover

• Support students in understanding and completing their work

• Strong communication and classroom management skills

• Ability to engage and motivate students

• Adaptability and a calm, professional manner

• A valid DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)

• Flexible working – choose the days you work

• Opportunities to work in a variety of local secondary schools

• Support from a friendly and experienced team

• Ideal experience for those considering a future in teaching

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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