Cover Supervisor - Perm

Randstad Education; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive education academy in Leeds is seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor to maintain continuity in learning during teacher absences. This role involves supervising students, delivering high-quality cover lessons, and upholding high educational standards. Ideal candidates will have experience working with young people and possess strong behaviour management skills. The position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for career progression and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for career progression

Competitive salary and benefits

Refer a Friend scheme with £300 voucher

Qualifications

• Proven experience in working with young people, ideally in education.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child protection standards.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Willingness to apply for Enhanced Child DBS.

Responsibilities

• Provide cover supervision during teacher absences.
• Supervise student work and maintain records.
• Deliver high-quality lessons and interventions.
• Monitor and evaluate student responses.
• Promote inclusion and co-operation in the classroom.
• Contribute to the academy's ethos and aims.

Skills

Exceptional behaviour management and classroom control techniques

Strong verbal communication

Ability to establish fair relationships with students

Proactive collaborative skills

Excellent organisational skills

Competence in using ICT

Job description

The Role

Do you thrive on the energy of a busy classroom?

Can you confidently manage behaviour and keep learning on track?

Are you looking for a permanent role with stability and purpose?

The successful applicant will operate under the guidance of senior teaching staff, stepping in to deliver pre-set, high-quality lessons and supervising whole classes. It's a role where consistency, high expectations, and a supportive presence are key to student achievement. A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Cover Supervisor to join a progressive academy in Leeds on a permanent basis, starting ASAP. This vital role is about maintaining the continuity and quality of education for students across Key Stages 3 and 4 during teacher absences.

The School

This dynamic school in Leeds has a clear, driven vision. The school is committed to improving outcomes for all learners and operates with a strong ethos centred on safeguarding and high professional standards. The environment is collaborative, promoting co-operative working and encouraging the continuous professional development of all staff.

Requirements

• Proven experience working with young people, ideally within an educational setting.
• Commitment to upholding the highest standards of safeguarding and child protection.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Enhanced Child DBS on the updated service (Willingness to apply for one)

Required Skills

• Exceptional behaviour management and classroom control techniques.
• Strong verbal communication and ability to present clearly to groups of students.
• Ability to quickly establish fair, trusting, and constructive relationships with students.
• Proactive and committed to collaboration within a team.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail for record keeping.
• Competence in using ICT to support learning activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide cover supervision for both the long and short-term absence of teachers.
• Direct and supervise students to complete the work set, maintaining appropriate records for absent teachers.
• Deliver high-quality cover lessons and bespoke small group or one-to-one interventions.
• Actively uphold high expectations of all learners, committing to their full educational potential.
• Establish a productive, respectful, and appropriate learning environment in all lessons.
• Monitor and evaluate student responses to learning activities, providing feedback to the absent teacher.
• Carry out invigilation of internal and external examinations, assisting students with specific needs.
• Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all students within the classroom and encourage co-operative work.
• Contribute to the overall ethos and aims of the academy by attending relevant meetings and training.
• Cover for Guardians (Form Tutors) when required, registering students and promoting their well-being and attendance.

What We Offer

• A supportive, collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).

Could this be the ideal role for you? Click Apply Now to submit your application for the role of a Cover Supervisor. For more information, please contact [e-mail] or call 01132462500 to speak to the secondary team.