Cover Supervisor

Outwood Academy Valley; Worksop; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Outwood Academy Valley in Worksop is seeking a proactive Cover Supervisor to maintain continuity of learning during short-term teacher absences. You will supervise whole classes, cover lessons, and support staff with prepared work, while promoting a positive learning environment and high standards of behavior.

The role involves organising the daily cover rota, liaising with supply agencies, and stepping in to assist in classroom activities when cover is not required.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising classes or similar setting.
• Strong classroom management and behaviour techniques.
• Willingness to support across subjects.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during short-term teacher absences and implement set work.
• Cover lessons across subjects using provided materials and set high expectations.
• Prepare the learning environment and required materials.
• Promote a positive learning environment and manage behaviour effectively.
• Organise the daily cover rota for absent staff and contact supply agencies.
• Provide classroom support when cover is not required.

Skills

Classroom management

Motivating students

Behaviour management

Team collaboration

Education

GCSEs English/Maths

Job description

Are you a proactive and engaging individual with excellent classroom management skills, ready to step in and ensure continuity of learning during teacher absences? Do you excel at motivating students and maintaining a constructive working environment across various subjects? The overall purpose of this post is to supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of teachers and implement work programmes under the guidance of teaching staff.

Outwood Academy Valley is seeking an energetic and confident individual to work with our staff and pupils. As a Cover Supervisor you will be responsible for supervising students during short term teacher absences and assist in preparing the learning environment and the materials required. You will cover lessons of any subject using the cover work set by the teacher, set high expectations to motivate and challenge students whilst managing behaviour effectively and promoting a positive learning environment.

The successful candidate will also be responsible for organising the daily cover rota for absent staff and contacting teaching supply agencies to arrange supply staff. In periods where cover is not required you will support in the classroom as directed.

The post would ideally suit an individual considering a teaching career, but applications are welcome from any candidate with integrity, imagination and energy for this rewarding role.

Welcome from the Principal:

I am proud to introduce you to Outwood Academy Valley, a school where excellence, innovation, and opportunity create an outstanding learning environment for both students and staff. We are situated at the heart of the community in Worksop, the "Gateway to the Dukeries."

We are deeply committed to putting students first, raising standards, and transforming lives. We believe learning should be enjoyable and enriching, allowing students to make exceptional progress through our knowledge-rich, personalised curriculum. Our Performing Arts Department is a particular area of excellence.

If you are passionate about education, we warmly invite you to join our dedicated team.