Cover Supervisor: Classroom Engagement & Learning Support

Supply Desk Ltd; Great Missenden; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Supply Desk Ltd in Great Missenden is partnering with a welcoming secondary school to appoint a confident and reliable Cover Supervisor. This full-time position offers valuable classroom experience by delivering pre-planned lessons and supporting pupils' learning while upholding high standards.

You will supervise classes in the absence of the class teacher, promote positive behaviour, manage group activities, and provide feedback to teaching staff.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• Confident leading groups of students independently
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and adaptable
• Positive attitude and enthusiasm for supporting education
• Reliable, organised, and proactive approach

Responsibilities

• Supervise whole classes during teacher absences using pre-set lesson plans
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with the school's policies
• Ensure pupils remain engaged and complete the work provided
• Support students with their learning and respond to questions where appropriate
• Create a calm, positive, and productive learning environment
• Take attendance and report any issues to relevant staff members
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on pupil engagement and lesson outcomes
• Support students across a range of subjects and year groups
• Uphold safeguarding and school policies at all times

Skills

Strong communication

Classroom management

Confident leading groups

Reliable and organised

Proactive approach

Education

Degree-level education or current studies towards a degree

Job description

Supply Desk Ltd in Great Missenden is partnering with a welcoming secondary school to appoint a confident and reliable Cover Supervisor. This full-time position offers valuable classroom experience by delivering pre-planned lessons and supporting pupils' learning while upholding high standards.

You will supervise classes in the absence of the class teacher, promote positive behaviour, manage group activities, and provide feedback to teaching staff.