Cover Supervisor

Connex Education; Wythenshawe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment organization is seeking a Cover Supervisor for secondary schools in Wythenshawe. The role involves managing classrooms in a teacher's absence, catering to children aged 11-16. Ideal candidates will have a degree, prior experience with children, and excellent communication skills. Pay ranges from £100 to £130 per day, depending on experience. Flexibility in locations and start dates is offered.

Qualifications

• Must be aged 21 or above.
• Good ability to effectively manage large groups of children.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Cover whole classes in the absence of a teacher.
• Manage 25 – 30 students in a classroom environment.
• Support schools on a short-term basis.

Skills

Effective group management

Prior experience with children/vulnerable adults

Communication skills

Confidence and engagement

Adaptability

Education

Degree or equivalent in a specialist subject

Job description

Cover Supervisor

Secondary Schools (KS3/KS4) Any Specialist Subject Welcome

Wythenshawe

Pay is £100 – £130 per day – Experience dependent

Start Dates and Location Vary – Flexible to you!

Connex Education are a well established recruitment organisation who have been supporting schools across the Greater Manchester region in their search for committed and outstanding employees.

We’re working with multiple schools across Greater Manchester who are in need of confident and outgoing Cover Supervisors who can cover whole classes in the absence of a teacher. The successful person will have responsibility of between 25 – 30 students in a classroom environment and will be expected to bridge the gap until the staff member returns as best as possible on a short term basis.

Skills required to be a Cover Supervisor in Greater Manchester;

• Must be aged 21 or above
• Hold a degree or equivalent in any specialist subject
• Good ability to effectively manage large groups of children
• Have some prior experience of working with children and/or vulnerable adults
• Have an understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures (training will be provided)
• Be an engaging and confident individual
• Good communication skills
• Professional, reliable and punctual
• Be adaptable and able to cope well with a hectic day!
• Be available 8.30am – 3.30pm Monday through Friday for 3 or more days a week (term time only)

Successful candidates will be required to conduct an interview and complete a vetting process which includes an Enhanced Child Workforce DBS, if you do not have one, you can get one through Connex Education at the cost of £58.

If you’re able to support schools as a Cover Supervisor in the Greater Manchester area this academic year, please apply or get in touch with our team to discuss this role more.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.