Cover Supervisor - It

Connex Education; Bryn; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Tottington High School in Greater Manchester, England, is seeking an experienced Cover Supervisor to join on a full-time, long-term basis, primarily delivering IT lessons and supervising students in the absence of the class teacher.

The role may involve covering other subjects as needed; you will maintain student engagement, support completion of work, and uphold safeguarding and school policies. The position offers a pathway to teacher training within the Shaw Education Trust.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a school setting as a Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, or similar role.
• Strong classroom management skills and confidence leading groups of students.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine interest in Information Technology.
• Ability to adapt quickly and work across different subject areas.
• An aspiration to train as a teacher, particularly within IT.
• Relevant qualifications relating to education or IT.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned IT lessons and supervise students in the absence of the class teacher.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Support students in completing set work and achieving lesson objectives.
• Provide cover across other curriculum subjects when required.
• Follow school policies and procedures, including safeguarding and behaviour management.
• Build positive relationships with students and staff.

Skills

Strong classroom management

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

ICT interest

Adaptability across subjects

Education

Relevant qualifications relating to education or IT

Job description

Tottington High School is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join their team on a full-time, long-term basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a strong interest in Information Technology who may be considering a future career in teaching, particularly within IT.

The successful candidate will primarily deliver and supervise IT lessons, ensuring students remain engaged and on task in the absence of the class teacher. There will also be occasions where the successful candidate will provide cover across a range of other subject areas as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned IT lessons and supervise students in the absence of the class teacher.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Support students in completing set work and achieving lesson objectives.
• Provide cover across other curriculum subjects when required.
• Follow school policies and procedures, including safeguarding and behaviour management.
• Build positive relationships with students and staff.

Person Specification

• Previous experience working in a school setting as a Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, or similar role.
• Strong classroom management skills and confidence leading groups of students.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine interest in Information Technology.
• Ability to adapt quickly and work across different subject areas.
• An aspiration to train as a teacher, particularly within IT.
• Relevant qualifications relating to education or IT.

What's on Offer?

• Full-time, long-term position with an immediate start.
• Opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience.
• Supportive school environment.
• Potential for the role to become permanent through a Temp-to-Perm arrangement.

Tottington High School and the Shaw Education Trust are committed to growing the next generation of outstanding teachers. For the right candidate, we are delighted to offer the opportunity to progress onto a teacher training programme, giving you the qualifications and experience to build a rewarding career in education.

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.

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