Cover Supervisor

The Phoenix Collegiate; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in West Bromwich is seeking a Cover Supervisor to oversee classes during teacher absences. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, experience in supporting children's learning, and the ability to promote a positive learning environment. Responsibilities include implementing work programs and providing feedback to students, ensuring every lesson is an opportunity to learn. An enhanced DBS check is required.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children's learning in a relevant environment.
• Understanding of areas of learning including literacy, numeracy, science.
• Fluent English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee classes in the absence of teaching staff.
• Support the progress of students and facilitate learning activities.
• Implement work programmes and provide feedback to students.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Ability to promote good behaviour

Job description

Phoenix is looking for a Cover Supervisor with the enthusiasm, creativity and ability to engage and motivate students. The role is integral to the smooth operation of the school and the enhanced opportunities we aim to provide. The role is primarily to oversee classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff, actively supporting the progress of students and recognising that every lesson is an opportunity to learn. This will include implementing work programmes, assisting students in relevant activities and providing feedback to students in relation to progress and achievement.

The classes you supervise will change on a daily basis and you will be required to promote good behaviour, in line with school policy.

The successful candidate will have strong interpersonal skills and be able to relate to a wide range of people. They will be able to work well as part of a team, but also demonstrate initiative and the ability to work alone. Applicants should have experience of working to support children’s learning gained in a relevant environment and demonstrate an understanding of areas of learning, for instance, literacy, numeracy, science etc.

If you would like to discuss the requirements of this role or have any questions, please call the school on 0121 588 8384 and ask for Ella Barnfield.

Phoenix is committed to the protection and safety of its students. An enhanced DBS will be required before commencement in the post, together with a Social Media check, in accordance with ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ statutory guidance.

The post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for this role.