Cover Supervisor

Hope Sentamu Learning Trust; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in the UK is seeking a cover teacher to manage classroom activities when teachers are absent. This position provides an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or aspiring educators to gain classroom experience. The role includes allocating tasks and ensuring pupils remain engaged. The institution offers mentoring and professional growth opportunities within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Experienced and supportive School Leadership Team

Opportunities for continuous professional development

Local Government Pension scheme

Occupational Health

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Free on site Parking

Qualifications

• Recent graduates or those considering a PGCE are welcome.
• No teaching planning or assessment responsibilities.
• Ability to manage pupil behavior effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide short-term cover for absent teachers.
• Allocate pre-prepared work to students.
• Keep pupils on task during class.

Job description

About this Role

This role will provide short term cover for absent teaching staff, allocating pre-prepared work, keeping pupils on task and managing the behaviour of pupils during class. The role does not involve planning, preparing, delivering lessons or assessing and reporting on the development progress and attainment of pupils.

Whether you're a recent graduate, considering a PGCE, or looking to gain valuable classroom experience, this role offers a fantastic foundation for a future career in education. We provide mentoring, training opportunities, and a welcoming environment where you'll grow professionally and personally.

What we can offer:

• Experienced and supportive School Leadership Team
• Opportunities for staff to develop through Continuous Professional Development
• Local Government Pension scheme
• Occupational Health
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free on site Parking

Job Details

• Hours of Work: 22 Hours per Week, Term Time Only
• Position Type: Permanent Post
• Line Manager: Assistant Vice Principal
• Travel Required: No

The salary is dependent on current qualifications and experience, please see the attached job description for more information.

Application Process

Please complete the online application form to apply for this role. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. You should use the information supplied within the Job Description & Person Specification to make the best of your application by identifying some specific pieces of work you may have undertaken in any of these areas. Your application may be viewed in regard to some or all of the skill specific areas over the course of the selection process. Applications via agencies will not be considered.

Interviews will take place as soon as possible after the closing date.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks.